According to Hall's classification of social distances, personal space is defined as ______.

a. that which is reserved for intimate contact, including touching
b. a comfortable distance that is about an "arm's length"
c. public distance that is reserved for public speaking situations
d. the spacing people practice at social gatherings and in working situations


b. a comfortable distance that is about an "arm's length"

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The producer asks you to divide the studio space with columns of light, similar to the

columns of a Greek temple. How could you achieve such an effect?

What will be an ideal response?

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All of the following are oral language strategies except:

a. Use shorter words. b. Use complete sentences. c. Use contractions. d. Use informal, colloquial expressions. e. Use familiar words.

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The question of ______ and how it communicates often figures prominently in whether we perceive someone as caring and compassionate.

A. Time B. Space C. Body ornaments D. Paralanguage

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List and define the three transitions in co-worker relationships as identified by Patricia Sias and Daniel Cahill (1998)

What will be an ideal response?

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