In the term "signal-to-noise ratio" the word "signal" refers to _______

a. what we ignore in a communication situation
b. what we find useful in a communication situation
c. what we classify as noise in a communication situation
d. the gatekeeping function of many people in communication situations


b

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The feelings of psychological closeness that people experience when they interact with each other are known as _____

a. media richness b. uncertainty reduction c. social presence d. multiphrenic

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The conflict aftermath influences our satisfaction with a particular conflict but has little influence on future interactions among conflicting parties

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Ceremonial speeches tend to __________.

A. address the question of how to solve human problems B. focus on values that draw people together C. concern themselves with matters of justice D. promote unified groupthink

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Parallel wording and repetition are two devices a speaker can use to create __________ within a speech.

A. antithesis B. rhythm C. connotation D. vividness

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