Jennifer always demonstrates enthusiasm when communicating and follows the cultural rules for polite, cooperative, respectful conversation. Jennifer is using __________

a) politeness strategies
b) gunnysacking
c) affinity-seeking strategies
d) negative face


Answer: c

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