Which statement is true about the cognitive part of communication?
a. The receiver interprets and gives meaning to stimuli.
b. It is the medium through which a message is transmitted.
c. It refers to spoken words and cues.
d. It relates to the distance between persons.
A
The receiver interprets the message, infusing it with meaning specific to his/her personal experience. Different receivers may glean various meanings from the same message.
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