When Ian met Maria for the first time, he found himself asking Maria a lot of questions so that he could ease his anxiety and get to know her better. Which communication theory best explains Ian's behavior?
A. dialectical theory
B. uncertainty reduction theory
C. social exchange theory
D. social penetration theory
Answer: B
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