Aaron imitates gestures he has seen in his favorite cartoon show, even though they seem awkward to others. Aaron’s choice reflects the influence of ______ communication on nonverbal behavior.
a. mediated
b. accidental
c. cultural
d. universal
a. mediated
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The belief systems behind the various approaches to studying human communication are known in general as _____
a. interpretations b. methods c. theories d. paradigms
Families that are high in conversation and high in conformity are called __________ families
A) consensual B) protective C) pluralistic D) laissez-faire
Which of the following best describes the way our cultural values develop?
A) An infant who is born in Japan but raised in the U.S. will have the same cultural values as her cousin who was born and raised in Tokyo. B) We are born with a specific set of cultural values that does not change throughout our lives. C) We learn our value systems as we observe and interact with our own family members and with other members of the culture we are raised in. D) If we move to another culture in mid-life, it is too late for us to be influenced by the values of the new culture. E) none of the above
You can determine whether group members' control need is met when they
a) hold an official leadership position. b) assume an unofficial leadership role. c) behave as though they know more than everyone else. d) feel competent, confident, and free to make their own decisions. e) want meetings to have an agenda.