Which of the following types of facework refers to the extent that one respects another's autonomy and allows a person the freedom to act as he or she pleases while minimizing any impositions that may restrict this freedom?

A. politeness facework
B. solidarity facework
C. approbation facework
D. tact facework


Answer: D

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Leadership can be provided by more than one person.

a. True b. False

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Why do we need to study conflict? What role does prevention play? Is prevention the same as avoidance? Explain.

What will be an ideal response?

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Communication researchers study probabilistic patterns of communication phenomena. In doing so communication researchers are examining

a. aggregates b. theory c. regularities d. exceptions

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