If I hug members of my family when I greet them after an absence, I am using nonverbal communication to:


Answer: Establish relationship-level meaning

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When Jewell finds her table at the wedding dinner, she doesn't know anyone. She quickly introduces herself and tells her tablemates that she works with the groom but doesn't know the bride very well. In this situation, Jewell is using self-disclosure to __________.

A. experience catharsis B. start a relationship C. establish trust D. gain sympathy

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Name at least ?ve of the eight defense mechanisms listed in this chapter

What will be an ideal response?

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For an audience of military science majors, a speech about infantry battle strategy is well suited to their __________.

A. ethos B. platitudes C. personal interests D. demographics

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According to the text, whether you succeed in persuasion often comes down to which of the following key questions?

A. Are you trustworthy? B. Are you sincere? C. Are you likeable?

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