According to the Onion Theory of Communication, What Best Describes

question 62

Multiple Choice

According to the Onion Theory of communication, what best describes how we reveal ourselves to others?

• A) We begin with our unpleasant qualities first to be upfront with the other person.
• B) We share about ourselves from the inside out.
• C) We share about ourselves beginning with the least personal information.
• D) We begin with our best qualities to paint the best picture possible.

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Definitions:

Performance-Avoid Orientation

A focus on avoiding tasks due to fear of failure, leading to a tendency to sidestep challenges to prevent a poor performance evaluation.

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are motivated to act in certain ways based on the expectation that their actions will lead to desired outcomes.

Living Standards

Living standards refer to the level of wealth, comfort, material goods, and necessities available to a person or community.

Psychological Needs

The fundamental emotional or mental requirements that individuals need to achieve well-being and contentment.