A Major Purpose of Defensive Communication Is to

question 18

Multiple Choice

A major purpose of defensive communication is to

• A) overcome communications barriers.
• B) prevent others from blaming you for mistakes.
• C) get even with other workers.
• D) protect one's self-esteem.

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Definitions:

States

Within a context of psychology, states refer to temporary conditions of an individual, such as emotions or consciousness. In geography, states refer to territories with a centralized government.

Single By Choice

The state of choosing to remain unmarried and/or without a romantic partner out of personal preference rather than external circumstances.

Describe Themselves

This refers to the process by which individuals articulate or express their own attributes, characteristics, and feelings verbally or through other means of communication.

Attributes

Characteristics or qualities that describe an object, person, or phenomenon.