When decoding verbal messages, it is suggested that you ___________

a. see messages as coming from one channel
b. be tentative in drawing conclusions
c. disregard the cultural context
d. avoid judging behavior based on baselines


Answer: b

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a) "This is the worst day of your life, huh?"
b) "You think you have had a bad day; let me tell you about mine!"
c) "You seem really upset. What made your day so bad?"
d) "Awe, sorry . . . but I have a meeting to go to."

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A person says, "She thinks that way because she's a woman." Another says, "He believes that because he was raised as a Catholic." These are examples of

A) prejudice. B) mindfulness. C) overattribution. D) attribution.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The following is an example of a well-written thesis statement:

A) ?Taking a hot air balloon ride. B) ?To convince my audience to take a hot air balloon ride. C) ?As a result of my speech, my listeners will take a hot air balloon ride. D) ?Why should you take a hot air balloon ride? E) A hot air balloon ride will increase your enjoyment of life.

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