Moshi and her best friend have phrases they use with each other that have specific meanings. For example, when they’re upset about something, they say, “I really need a hamburger,” and when they’re happy, they say, “It’s tea time.” Why are these phrases effective?

a. Moshi and her best friend have decided they like confusing other people.
b. Moshi and her best friend have decided feedback is not important.
c. Moshi and her best friend have decided nonverbal communication does not work.
d. Moshi and her best friend have decided what these symbols mean.


d. Moshi and her best friend have decided what these symbols mean.

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