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javeds · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

In the context of space, as it relates to nonverbal communication, the distance of 3 feet to 7 feet, used in the workplace for business-related conversations and small meetings, is known as:

A. social distance.
B. intimate distance.
C. personal distance.
D. public distance.

Question 2

Andrea has been finding it difficult to perform at work recently. Deborah, her boss, is concerned and calls her in for a one-on-one meeting. In the meeting, Andrea admits that she is going through a tough time because she is in the middle of a divorce. While talking, Andrea gets emotional. To demonstrate her understanding, Deborah reaches out and pats Andrea's hand. This action from Deborah is an example of:

A. verbal communication.
B. paralanguage.
C. kinesics.
D. haptic communication.

jgranad15 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Social distance is the distance from 3 feet to 7 feet. This distance is used in the workplace for
business-related conversations, small meetings, and social functions. It is also used for other
conversations that are not personal in nature.

Answer to Question 2

D
Deborah's action is an example of haptic communication. Touch, or haptic communication, is a
primary method for achieving connection with people, indicating intention, or expressing
emotion.