When a Speaker Tunes a Message to Suit an Audience

question 27

Multiple Choice

When a speaker tunes a message to suit an audience and, in the course of tuning the message, the speaker's subsequent memories and impressions about the topic change, this effect is known as:

• A) biased interpretation.
• B) message distortion.
• C) perspective-taking failures.
• D) saying is believing.

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Definitions:

Direct Suggestion

A straightforward recommendation or proposal made to influence decision-making.

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Empathetic Suggestion

Offering advice or recommendations by understanding and sharing the feelings of another person.