Maslow's theory suggests that if communication behavior in the organization does not meet the perceived needs of the individual, the individual will continue to seek need satisfaction

A manager of an organization believes that communication competency among the team results in better contribution to the organizational goals

One of his presentations intended to create awareness about new ideas, necessity for acceptance, and the importance of mutual respect. His main intention was to increase comfortable interactions among the employees at the workplace. The intention of the manager was to emphasize the importance of a) valuing diversity b) descriptive messages. c) performance appraisal interview. d) hierarchy of needs.

______ claims that we strive to maintain a comfortable balance in our approach–avoidance behaviors.

a. equilibrium theory b. arousal-labeling theory c. expectancy violations model d. cognitive valence theory e. sequential-functional model