Poor communication is a common predictor of relational breakups. There are several communication strategies partners can choose to use in the breakup process. Select three and compare and contrast the effect these strategies have on the breakup process.

What will be an ideal response?


Withdraw; negative communication; lack of openness and intimacy; abusive communication.

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Supportive treatments are more successful at creating enduring resistance than inoculation. 2. Warnings that preview the topic and position are more effective in decreasing susceptibility to persuasion than warnings that do not. 3. Refusal Skills Training programs such as DARE aimed at preventing drug and alcohol abuse among youths have proven to be highly successful. 4. One way to reduce the likelihood of a defensive reaction to a persuasive message is to have people reflect on their core values. 5. Research has clearly defined the factors that moderate self-affirmation effects.

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What can be described as an item or infographic that supports your idea pictorially so your audience can better comprehend it?

A. presentation aid. B. accent. C. reference. D. dialect

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One of the themes of chapter 15 is that language is ambiguous

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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HD radio:

a. makes it possible for radio stations to transmit real-time text-based information services as well as programming. b. broadcasts overseas stations in the US. c. is only available in subscription form from certain car companies. d. is made possible by a small satellite transmitter in special radios.

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