During a recent conversation, Alexis observed Patricia making a nonverbal gesture that she could not interpret. Later, she asked Patricia what she had really meant. Which strategy was Alexis using to get the information?
A. the expectancy violation model
B. visual dominance
C. cultural context
D. perception-checking
Answer: D
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