Pierre finds that when he speaks to his communication professor, he tries to use some of the 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 Pierre is applying the __________ theory.

A. appropriation
B. self-centering
C. adaptation
D. communication accommodation


Answer: D

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