What is the most common language??

A business leader gives a speech that is intended to gain the goodwill of the audience. It should be part _____ and part _____

a. entertainment; information b. information; persuasion c. ceremony; demonstration d. fact; fiction

Dainton and Zelley suggest that context can influence the nature of communication as well as expectations for and understanding of communication. Using this suggestion as a jumping-off point, create an example scenario in which context influences the nature of communication, the expectations of that communication, and the understanding of the communication.

What will be an ideal response?

In a debate, Willis argues for a higher age for driver's licenses. His opponent responds by claiming that there is no benefit to requiring people to take two years of driver's education classes. Willis's opponent has committed which logical fallacy?

A. ad hominem attack B. hasty generalization C. straw man  D. red herring 

One big problem experienced by couples who are separated geographically is __________

a. dyadic breakdown b. lack of time to communicate c. not being able to communicate about big issues d. lack of social support e. not being able to share small talk