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The key function of human verbal behavior is to
 
  A) have behavioral effects on others.
  B) allow us to protect our property from others.
  C) allow us to hide our emotions..
  D) convey information about our environment..
  E) locate objects in space.

Question 2

Imagine that you could interview Mr. S., the central character of the communication chapter prologue. Which of the following would be true of his capacity to interact with you?
 
  A) He would be unable to hear non-speech sounds.
  B) He would be unable to answer verbal questions.
  C) He would be unable to recall information he learned prior to his stroke.
  D) His short-term memory would be impaired.
  E) He could not answer written questions.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A
Rationale: The key function of human verbal behavior is to have behavioral effects on others.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Rationale: If you could interview Mr. S., the central character of the communication chapter prologue, he would be unable to answer verbal questions.



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