Josh Is Very Assertive and Goal-Oriented; However, He Often Forgets

question 65

Multiple Choice

Josh is very assertive and goal-oriented; however, he often forgets to consider the people he interacts with, who sometimes feel hurt or offended by his communication. What component of interpersonal communication competence is he lacking?

• A) appropriateness
• B) effectiveness
• C) ethics
• D) behavioral flexibility
• E) common sense

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