Exam 1: Human Communication

Colleagues who express respect for one another and argue constructively are more likely to enjoy productive interactions at work.

Randy watches the Super Bowl game with his friends at a neighborhood party. Lucky Levar has tickets and goes to the game. When they see each other the next day, Randy complains that it was "no contest" while Levar thinks the game was thrilling. What is the most likely communication-related reason Randy and Levar experienced the game differently?

The encoding process can be described as

A study of human resource managers listed _____________ as the most important skill area for obtaining jobs and advancing in a career.

As you are making a presentation you notice that audience members are scowling and talking to one another as you speak. What component of the communication process are you noticing?

In a general sense, some communication occurs whether you intend it or not.

The guiding principle "Determine your purpose" refers to how well you understand, respect, and adapt to others when you communicate.

The earliest type of communication model, known as the interactive communication model, functions only in one direction.

According to your textbook's definition of culture, which of the following groups of people meet this definition?

In which interactional context does a limited number of people, usually two, interact for the purpose of sharing information, accomplishing a specific goal or maintaining a relationship?

Whereas communication theories ask why, ethical communication asks whether.

The key element expression asks:

The four interactional contexts identified in your textbook are self, others, purpose, and content.

Which key element of effective communication is represented in the following question: What channels are most appropriate given your purpose, the other communicators, and the context?

Theories answer why; strategies answer what; skills answer how; and ethics answers ______________ questions.

In what way are transactional models of communication uniquely different from linear and interactive models?

A process is a set of constantly changing actions, elements, and functions that bring about a result.

When you ask the question, "Do I critically analyze and appropriately respond to public and mediated messages that affect the quality of our own and other people's lives?" which kind of communication is the focus of your question?

_______________ are the specific plans of action you select to help you communicate your intended message effectively.

The concept of internal noise in communication models can include the temperature and odors inside a room that interfere with your ability to be an attentive and effective communicator.