When a Contradiction Between a Verbal and Nonverbal Message Is

question 24

Multiple Choice

When a contradiction between a verbal and nonverbal message is noticed, an appropriate response from the practitioner might be

• A) to ignore the contradiction since a comment may sound accusatory.
• B) to make a comment such as, "I heard you say you weren't nervous and noticed that you're bouncing your leg and clenching your fists."
• C) to make a comment such as, "You're not telling the truth. Your body language does not match your words."
• D) to make eye contact and create a contradiction between the practitioner's verbal and nonverbal communication.

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Definitions:

Amps Flow

The rate of electrical current measured in amperes (A) flowing through a conductor or circuit.

Cathode

The electrode through which electrons leave an electrical device or where reduction reactions occur in an electrolytic cell.

Current Flow

The movement of electric charge through a conductor, typically measured in amperes.

Series Circuit

An electrical circuit in which components are connected end-to-end, forming a single path for current flow.