Which of the following statements best describes the difference between a self-focused message and an other-focused message?

A. Other-focused messages are source-centered, while self-focused messages are receiver-centered.
B. Other-focused messages are more concrete than self-focused messages.
C. Other-focused messages are about solutions, while self-focused messages are about problems.
D. Other-focused messages are receiver-centered, while self-focused messages are source-centered.


Answer: D

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