Which are true regarding communicating while using eye contact? (Select all that apply.)
a. Eye contact is responsible for much communication.
b. Eye contact is responsible for much miscommunication.
c. Making eye contact generally indicates an intention to interact.
d. Eye contact always results in a positive outcome.
e. Extended eye contact can imply aggression.
f. Extended eye contact can lead to heightened anxiety.
A, B, C, E, F
Eye contact is responsible for much communication and much miscommunication. Generally, making eye contact communicates an intention to interact. However, the nature of the interaction and the results of eye contact are not necessarily always positive. Extended eye contact sometimes implies aggression and arouses anxiety.
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