Uncertainty Reduction Theory Argues That

question 10

Multiple Choice

Uncertainty Reduction Theory argues that

• A) when strangers from different cultures meet this will likely decrease the uncertainty about their communication
• B) uncertainty increases anxiety in intercultural situations
• C) culture shock is a good thing because it wakes us up to cultural differences
• D) all of the above

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