How is language related to power? Provide an example
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People who are in power define what languages and communication styles are appropriate. People who use the defined language rules are often able to increase their power, and those who do not use defined language rules are often dismissed. For example, students who do not conform to the "middle class" communication norms of a university are likely to be viewed as "not serious enough" or "they don't have what it takes," causing others to marginalize them.
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Explain how physical characteristics may alter our perceptions
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James believes that gay people are abnormal and overly concerned with sex, so he has never been friends with people he knew were gay. James' attitude toward gays illustrates ________, a barrier to intercultural communication.
A. stereotypes B. prejudice C. discrimination D. A and B
Label and describe one context of communication
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The decision by a newcomer in an organization to leave that organization is defined as ________
A) career suicide B) involuntary turnover C) career planning D) voluntary turnover