Perry Finds That When He Speaks to His Communication Professor

question 15

Multiple Choice

Perry finds that when he speaks to his communication professor, he tries to use some of the communication vocabulary and concepts he has learned in class.When he speaks to his younger cousin, however, he tends to speak in shorter sentences, using more familiar words and ideas.This is an example of how Perry is applying ________ theory.

• A)appropriation
• B)self-centering
• C)adaptation
• D)communication accommodation

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