In Allport's example of public speaking, which illustrates expressive and coping behaviors, the level of coping behavior includes the speaker's _____

a. movements
b. gestures
c. tone
d. content

ANS: D
FEEDBACK: To illustrate expressive and coping behaviors, Allport offered the example of public speaking. The speaker communicates with the audience on two levels. The formal, planned level (coping behavior) includes the lecture's content. The informal, unplanned level (expressive behavior) consists of the speaker's movements, gestures, and vocal inflections.

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