The communication skill that centers on the main point is called:
a. supporting. c. reassuring.
b. focusing. d. accepting.
B
The communication skill of focusing centers on the main point. Supporting is siding with another
person or backing up another person. Reassuring restores confidence or removes fear. Accepting
makes known that another is capable or worthy.
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