Communication Incongruity Describes a Situation in Which

question 21

Multiple Choice

Communication incongruity describes a situation in which:

• A) communication breaks down due to language barriers.
• B) there is a mismatch between someone's words and their actions or body language.
• C) a person does not have the confidence to communicate effectively.
• D) both people in a communication situation fail to listen to each other.
• E) due to stereotyping, the receiver of a message hears what they want to hear.

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Definitions:

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An object or circumstance that impedes progress or achievement, often serving to block passage or access to something or someone.

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