Perry finds that when he speaks to his communication professor, he tries to use some of the

communication vocabulary and concepts he has learned in class.

When he speaks to his younger
cousin, however, he tends to speak in shorter sentences, using more familiar words and ideas.
This is an example of how Perry is applying __________ theory.
A) appropriation
B) self-centering
C) adaptation
D) accommodation


D

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