Explain what is meant when it is said that communication can be symmetrical or complementary.

What will be an ideal response?


When communicators behave in the same manner, they are using a symmetrical pattern. When communicators behave in different ways, they are using a complementary pattern.

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What early 20th century artistic style is used for the film sets of Barton Fink? What visually distinguishes this style and why is it used in that film? How is it important to the set design and symbolism of the narrative?

What will be an ideal response?

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Examining the audience to better understand their motivations and experiences is called

________ ________. Fill in the blanks with correct word

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When one media company buys suppliers and/or distributors to create integration in the production and distribution of messages, there is:

a. a horizontal merger b. a vertical merger c. a conglomerate merger d. de-regulation

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The 1932 film Freaks was banned because the director's decision to have "normal" actors portraying dwarves, siamese twins and people with missing limbs was considered demeaning to the disabled community

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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