Which of the following is true of symbols and communication?

a. Symbols have the potential for only one meaning.
b. Symbols are used to deflect meaning.
c. The meaning applied to symbols may change.
d. Symbols preclude meaning.


c. The meaning applied to symbols may change.

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One of the best general reference works is the _____, which provides a general overview of your subject and suggestions for additional reading

A) biographical material B) news source C) encyclopedia D) interview

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What does it mean when I put my words in quotation marks such as: You are "interesting"? a. I am flagging the word

b. I have my own special meaning for that word. c. I am using the word in a way that is not necessarily your way. d. All of the above.

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The first step to becoming a good listener is to train ourselves to focus on, or _______ to what people are saying regardless of distractions.

A. Listen B. Contemplate C. Attend D. Hear

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Generally, culture shock is brought on by the culture itself.

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

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