Which statement accurately describes communication?
a. The components of communication are mutually exclusive.
b. Communication is linear.
c. Communication involves only the sender and the receiver; everything else is superficial.
d. When the receiver becomes the sender, the subcomponent of communication that is in use is feedback.
ANS: D
Correct: Communication is a process that requires certain components, including a sender, a receiver, and a message. Effective communication is a dynamic process: With a response (feedback), the sender becomes the receiver, the receiver becomes the sender, and the message changes.
Incorrect:
a. The components of communication are not mutually exclusive.
b. Communication is not a linear process; many elements, including culture, education, experiences, preconceived ideas, and context, influence the communication process.
c. Several variables, including filtration, feedback, interpretation, and nonverbal language, influence the communication process.
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