Brad is experiencing difficulty in reconciling that he has less power that his boss, Stephanie. It seems as though he is always adjusting his behavior when he is in a conversation with her. Which theory might BEST explain Brad’s changes when he is talking with Stephanie?
A. politeness theory
B. communication accommodation theory
C. uses and gratifications theory
D. expectancy violations theory
B. communication accommodation theory
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