Give an example of a situation that allows people to experience capitalization through self-disclosure.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary, but students should demonstrate an understanding that capitalization involves increased enjoyment of good news through sharing it. A typical situation might be revealing a pregnancy or engagement to friends and family.

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The Supreme Court ruled that the “Buckley Amendment” does not give individuals the right to sue schools that release their personal information in the case of:

a) Owasso Independent School District v. Falvo; b) Gonzaga University v. Doe; c) Vaughn v. Rosen; d) U.S. v. Miami University; e) Bauer v. Kincaid.

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In television, local advertising sales account for approximately ____ of total industry

revenues.

a. 18% b. 24% c. 33% d. 45% e. 63%

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Dong-Sun and Chris had a very serious argument during which Dong-Sun said some very hurtful things to Chris

After the argument, he tried to apologize for what was said during the argument. Dong-Sun's later behavior best reflects which principle of communication? a) Communication is a package of signals. b) Communication is punctuated. c) Communication is transactional. d) Communication is irreversible and unrepeatable.

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We tend to be attracted to those who are not attracted to us.

a. true b. false

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