When Dora's friend shared some bad news with her, tears came to her eyes. A few days later, Dora watched her grandson receive a prestigious award, and soon had tears in her eyes. Dora's similar responses in two different situations demonstrate that nonverbal communication is __________.

A. bound to culture
B. more believable than verbal communication
C. ambiguous
D. less significant than verbal communication


Answer: C

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