When speaking to a child, you simplify your vocabulary. On the other hand, when speaking to your professor, you use larger words to gain his or her social approval. Which theory explains this process of adjustment?
A) uncertainty reduction theory
B) relationship dialectics theory
C) communication accommodation theory
D) social penetration theory
C
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A. unfair fighting methods B. close examination of the reasons for the conflict C. revealing one's needs within a relationship D. the need to examine issues objectively
A ____________ ceremonial speech honors and
praises a person for their accomplishments. a) introduction b) presentation c) testimonial d) toast
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a. 80 percent b. 5 percent c. 20 percent d. 50 percent
What does research reviewed in your text reveal about men's and women's responses to sexual harassment?
A. Men tend to become protective of women who experience sexual harassment, viewing the offense much more negatively than women. B. Women and men are now so educated about the problem of sexual harassment that they respond with equal seriousness to it. C. Women tend to react more strongly to sexual harassment and view more behaviors as being sexual harassment than men. D. Women are now so educated about sexual harassment that they overreact to it, while men have a more measured response.