Veronica noticed that her roommate responded with short, one-word answers to her questions. She suspected that her roommate was upset with her, but she didn't know why. She asked her, "It seems like you have been avoiding me all day

When I ask you a question, you answer with only a few words. Have I done something to make you mad at me?" This statement is an example of _____.
a. direct perception checking
b. indirect perception checking
c. social comparison
d. self-fulfilling prophecy

a

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Which of the following concepts is defined as plainly expressing your thought andcrafting a well-defined informative purpose and employing accessible language?

A. clarity B. simplicity C. efficiency D. competence

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Lee is on the executive board of the homeowners' association for his neighborhood. Although he believes that there should be a governing board to enforce appropriate rules and regulations, lately he feels that the association has been looking for easy ways to make money, instigating and enforcing unfair rules. As Lee begins doubting the effectiveness of the group, he will most likely enter which phase of socialization?

A. exit B. antecedent C. encounter D. assimilation

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