You are in a science class and it has turned out to be a terrible class. Based on this class, you decided not take any more science classes. You are basing that decision on which of the following ideas?

A. prior experience
B. stereotypes
C. selectivity
D. discrimination


A

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A) are made with the idea of "do unto others" in mind. B) embrace moderation. C) make the most people possible happy. D) should be made as if according to a universal law.

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

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Cultural globalization is characterized by

a. hybrid cultural forms and identities. b. transnational cultural connections. c. cultural flows in the context of unequal power relations. d. global migration and movement.

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How does accumulating situational knowledge about an organization's use of space, office design, and dress code help a person become more strategic in their communication?

a. This knowledge reveals few details about those in charge. b. This knowledge will help the communicator to take into account the organization's culture and climate when constructing messages. c. This knowledge will help the communicator get promotions. d. Because these nonverbal issues are so subjective, all a communicator can do is guess what is appropriate and what is not.

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