Meanings are defined as:

a) messages exchanged between people.
b) involuntary expressions of present emotions.
c) interpretations we develop for particular experiences.
d) private associations people have for a symbol.

ANS: c

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Research on group leadership styles indicates that

A) laissez-faire leaders generate more hostility and aggression among group members. B) the laissez-faire style is superior to the autocratic style. C) democratic leaders accomplish less and waste more time. D) autocratic leaders are likely to get more done. E) autocratic leaders produce more originality and individuality among group members.

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Individuals should engage in __________, keeping a balance of open-mindedness and a critical attitude, when considering and evaluating others' messages

a. reasoned skepticism b. healthy feedback c. ethics of language use d. ethics of nonverbal communication

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