Garland is working on a class project with three other people. Every member of the group decides they want to get an A on the project, so they all gear their communication toward that goal. If they do get an A, their communication can be considered __________.

Which of the following is NOT one of the components of

intercultural competence identified by Littlejohn and Foss? a. identity knowledge b. mindfulness c. self-monitoring d. negotiation skill

An author was busy working on a manuscript and lost in thought. A sudden distraction from another office interrupted her ability to concentrate. This obstacle is called

a. a linguistic barrier. b. an environmental barrier. c. internal noise. d. discord.