When It Results in a Misunderstanding That Causes Two or More

question 37

Multiple Choice

When it results in a misunderstanding that causes two or more parties to perceive a disagreement,ineffective communication can serve as a(n) _____.

• A) ​source of hidden expectations
• B) aggressive behavior​
• C) conflict trigger​
• D) lose/lose approach to conflict​

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Definitions:

Concrete Operational Thought

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development, typically occurring between ages 7 and 12, where children gain the ability to think logically about concrete events.

Egocentric Reasoning

Thinking characterized by a limited ability to see beyond one's own perspectives and consider the viewpoints of others.

Postconventional Reasoning

The highest stage in Kohlberg's theory of moral development, characterized by the ability to think abstractly and make decisions based on universal ethical principles rather than concrete rules or expectations.

Sensorimotor Stage

The first stage of Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring from birth to about 2 years of age, where infants learn about the world through their senses and motor activities.