Briefly explain the last five stages of Knapp's model of relationship development
What will be an ideal response?
Stages six through ten examine the dissolution of relationships. Stage six,
differentiating, occurs when people seek their own identities apart from the dyad. Here people
might pursue separate interests. Stage seven, circumscribing, is when the dyad experiences a
decrease in both the quantity and the quality of their communication. However, dissatisfaction
is not openly expressed at this point. Stage eight, stagnating, is when growth has ceased and
communication has subsided. The relationship exists in name only. Stage nine, avoiding,
involves less contact and less communication. The final stage, terminating, can be a quick or
long process.
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What risk do persons who are not the boss run when seated at the "head" seats at either end of a rectangular table?
A. They risk being ignored. B. They risk not having a chance to speak. C. They risk signaling to the boss that they believe they should be in charge, thus creating tension with the boss. D. There is no risk in this position as it is one of established authority.
In a speech, Aisha says:
"You should now understand the three most-recommended methods for improving your ability to recall people's names: the repetition method, the word-association method, and the visual imagery method. I hope you will put these methods into practice and you will remember my name the next time you see me in the hall." What device is Aisha making use of in her speech? A) a final summary B) a transition C) an internal summary D) a preview statement