Which statement concerning nonverbal communication is true?
A) It is consistent across cultures
B) It is given more credence than verbal communication when the two are incongruent
C) It should be minimized because it confuses the receiver regarding the true intent of the message
D) It is a significant part of the communication exchange only when it is not congruent with the verbal exchange
Answer: B) It is given more credence than verbal communication when the two are incongruent
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