The Element of the Communication Process That Closes the Loop

question 4

Multiple Choice

The element of the communication process that closes the loop in the communication flow and allows the sender to monitor how a message is being received and interpreted is:

• A) encoding
• B) reception
• C) response
• D) feedback

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Definitions:

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) of an account that is expected to have a higher balance, reflecting its nature in accounting.

Financial Statement

Reports that provide information about a company's financial condition, performance, and cash flows, including balance sheets, income statements, and more.

Permanent/Temporary

Classification of accounts; permanent accounts are balance sheet accounts that carry their ending balances into the next accounting period, while temporary accounts are closed and zeroed out at the end of each period.

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) on which increases are recorded in an account, based on the type of account.