Why Are Communication Theories That Consider Only a Linear Relationship

question 15

Multiple Choice

Why are communication theories that consider only a linear relationship between the sender and receiver of messages considered to be too simplistic?

• A) In relationships of unequal power, linear models do not work well.
• B) Linear pathways imply both sender and receiver actually participate.
• C) Linear models do not consider the dynamic interactions of multiple variables.
• D) There are often more than one sender and more than one receiver.

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