The mediator asked each staff member to reflect on his or her communication style. Which of the following best describes communication? Communication:

a. Is a reflection of self-analysis.
b. Is a result of thoughtful consideration.
c. Consists of thoughts, ideas, opinions, emotions, and feelings.
d. Focuses on the sender of the message.


ANS: C
Communication involves both senders and receivers and may or may not be a reflection of self-analysis and thoughtful consideration. It always, however, involves thoughts, ideas, opinions, emotions, and feelings.

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