Which One of the Following Would Be Considered a Contextual

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following would be considered a contextual variable affecting communication?

• A) Focusing on what is being said and listening to the entire message
• B) Common language, vocabulary, or codes used to send a message
• C) Conveyance of messages without the use of spoken or written words
• D) Social, cultural, and ethnic expectations for individuals involved in communication

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Definitions:

Market Price

The current price at which a good or service can be bought or sold in a marketplace.

Unionized Plumbers

Plumbers who are members of a labor union, which negotiates wage rates and working conditions on their behalf.

Wage Rate

The amount of compensation paid to an employee by an employer in exchange for work performed, typically expressed per hour or year.

Total Demand

The complete quantity of a good or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at a certain price level across the market.