Rick Tuan Has a Unique Problem

question 41

Multiple Choice

Rick Tuan has a unique problem. He must persuade a good friend to stop smoking. He knows that if he just says "Quit," his message will be rejected. Instead, Rick chooses to offer a ________ message in which he presents the positives and negatives of quitting smoking. He feels sure that his approach will have a greater likelihood of success with his friend.

• A) supportive
• B) low-involvement
• C) two-sided
• D) refutational

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Definitions:

Act

To take action or behave in a specified manner.

Talk

The act of verbal communication between individuals to convey messages, information, or feelings.

Feel

To experience emotions or sensations, either physically through the senses or emotionally through the mind and heart.

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and internalize the norms, values, behaviors, and social skills appropriate to their society.