Which of the following is likely to be the most effective method of communicating with older school-age children and adolescents?
a. direct communication c. nonverbal body language
b. written communication d. telephone conversation
B
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A Incorrect. Direct communication is not the most effective method of communicating with older school-age children and adolescents.
B Correct. An especially effective method of communicating with older, school-age children and adolescents, writing can include keeping a journal or diary, writing a letter that is not delivered.
C Incorrect. Nonverbal body language is not the most effective method of communicating with older school-age children and adolescents.
D Incorrect. Telephone conversation is not the most effective method of communicating with older school-age children and adolescents.
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