The feeling of imbalance that occurs when incoming sensory cues do not fit with other sensory cues or structures that you possess is called _____.

A. deletion
B. distortion
C. attribution
D. cognitive dissonance


Ans: D. cognitive dissonance

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The model of communication referred to as ?communication as action? may be summarized

with the phrase ________. A) communication takes place when messages are sent and received B) communication takes place when messages are exchanged C) communication takes place when meanings are created and maintained D) communication takes place when human beings are affected by each other

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While communicating with another person, a kiss, looking at your watch, or a yawn are all

examples of A) nonverbal symbols. B) physical gestures. C) verbalizations. D) symbolic expressions.

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Context-based communication apprehension depends on the person with whom we speak

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Stereotypes are powerful ways that people organize their perception of the world and the society they live in.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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