Carlos is giving an acceptance speech for a sales award he received from his company. During his speech, Carlos says, "It's an honor to be the top salesman in the company this year. I really couldn't have done if it I hadn't spent the last three years getting trounced by Lara. Who knew having my little sister school me year after year was just the motivation I needed?" This is an example of which of the following types of humor?

LexisNexis offers an excellent database for researching news articles and popular periodicals

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

In terms of the "Communication in the Relationship Life-Cycle" combination model, bonding

a. is the phase that follows the initiation strategies. b. is a rehearsed question or comment designed to make a communicator appear attractive. c. deals with giving up some of what relational partners want so their ideas can be partially met. d. places emphasis on one dialectic need and ignoring or neglecting the opposite dialectic need. e . is a phase most associated with repair strategies.