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wenmo

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Which of the following is a description of metacommunication?
 
  a. Communication style
  b. Nonverbal communication
  c. Verbal communication
  d. Nonverbal and verbal communication

Question 2

A description of denotation is
 
  a. a personalized meaning of a word or phrase.
  b. a generalized meaning assigned to a word.
  c. a meaning shared by families.
  d. a meaning generally shared within a specific culture.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Metacommunication is a broad term used to describe all of the factors that influence how the message is perceived. It is a message about how to interpret what is going on. Metacommunicated messages may be hidden within verbalizations or be conveyed as nonverbal gestures and expressions. Communication style refers to the manner in which one communicates. Nonverbal style includes facial expression, gestures, body posture, etc. Verbal style includes pitch, tone, and frequency.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Denotation refers to the generalized meaning assigned to a word. Connotation refers to a personalized meaning of a word. Jargon or slang is referred to a meaning generally shared within a specific culture.




wenmo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


chjcharjto14

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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