Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of a Sociological

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a sociological understanding of conversation?

• A)People use numerous techniques to repair conversational breakdowns,such as awkward silences or misunderstandings.
• B)Larger social structures,such as gender and class,have no real influence.
• C)People engage in turn taking,in which one person waits and listens while the other person speaks.
• D)Power differentials,such as between men and women or between a manager and employee,can be revealed.

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Definitions:

Exchange

In social sciences, refers to the act of giving one thing and receiving another between two parties, often in the context of goods, services, information, or social ties.

Upward Appeals

A strategy where individuals seek support from higher levels in an organization to influence decisions or gain approval.

Rational Appeals

Persuasion methods that use logical arguments and factual evidence to convince people of a particular point of view.

Ingratiation

A psychological technique involving efforts to make oneself more likable to others through flattery or the creation of goodwill.