Behaviors that attempt to decrease group aggravation and negativity are __________

behaviors.

Fill in the blanks with correct word


tension­relieving

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Which of the following is an accurate statement about diversity in exercise and physical activity participation?

a. Males compared to females are more likely to be active b. Racial/ethnic minorities compared to white/Europeans are more likely to be active c. Both a and b d. Neither a nor b

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In class, an instructor asks "Did everyone get a chance to read the chapter?" The students respond by nodding their heads to communicate back to the instructor without taking on the speaking role. The students are using

A) opening cues. B) feedforward. C) turn-requesting cues. D) backchanneling cues.

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Randy watches the presidential debate on television with a group

of his friends. Lucky attends the debate in person. When they see each other the next day, Randy complains that it was "dull" and "nasty" while Lucky thinks the debate was thrilling. What is the most likely communication-related reason why Randy and Lucky experienced the game differently?a. They supported different candidates. b. They "received" the debate through different channels. c. There was more "noise" at Randy's house. d. Supporter "feedback" was missing at Randy's house. e. Randy and Lucky always disagree about politics.

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Avoidance is never an effective conflict style to choose

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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