______ are sometimes arbitrary in character, sometimes based on a real or fancied analogy, and usually simpler than symbols.

A. Signs
B. Symbols
C. Markers
D. Words

A. Signs

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Linear models of communication

a. include the concepts of noise and feedback. b. function in only one direction: a source creates a message and sends it through a channel to reach a receiver. c. recognize that we send and receive messages simultaneously. d. illustrate the interrelationships among the key competencies of effective communication. e. represent a lack of noise in the communication process.

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Chloe recently got grounded for staying out past her curfew. She is very angry about this and is attempting to punch a hole in her wall because of how mad she is. This is an example of which type of touch communication?

A) Caregiving touch B) Power and control touch C) Aggressive touch D) Affectionate touch

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