According to Uncertainty Reduction Theory, People Are Eager to Reduce

question 28

Multiple Choice

According to uncertainty reduction theory, people are eager to reduce uncertainty under which of the following conditions?

• A) When we anticipate future interactions with other people.
• B) When an individual possesses resources that we desire.
• C) When an individual's behavior conforms to our expectations.
• D) All of the above.
• E) A and B only.

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