Question 1

The communication as information transfer model ignores the effects of distortion on information transfer or the multiple possible interpretations that a receiver might make of a message.

Accepted Answer

The information transfer model focuses on the transmission of information from sender to receiver, often overlooking potential distortions or varied interpretations by the receiver.

Question 2

The primary weakness of the communication as transactional process model is the assumption of the possibility of reaching shared meaning.

Accepted Answer

The transactional model assumes that communicators can achieve shared meaning, but in reality, individual perceptions and interpretations can vary, making it challenging to reach a truly shared understanding.

Question 3

The major criticism of the communication as strategic control approach is that it recognizes that people should not be expected to communicate in any objectively rational way.

Accepted Answer

The strategic control approach suggests that communication is inherently subjective and influenced by individual goals, which can lead to criticism for not adhering to objective rationality.

Question 4

Communication as monologue is characterized by such attributes as trust, lack of pretense, humility, respect, directness, open-mindedness, honesty, concern for others, non-manipulative intent, equality, and acceptance of others as individuals with intrinsic worth, regardless of differences of opinion or belief.

Accepted Answer

Monologue communication is typically one-sided and does not involve the mutual exchange of ideas or attributes like trust and respect, which are more characteristic of dialogue.

Question 5

Dialogue means that there are always multiple interpretations of any situation and that no one person can control those interpretations, try as he or she might

Accepted Answer

The answer of Dialogue means that there are always multiple...

Question 6

Self-awareness is the idea that you behave and see yourself in ways that are consistent with how others see you.

Accepted Answer

Self-awareness is the understanding of one's own personality, behaviors, emotions, and how they align with one's internal standards, not necessarily how others perceive them.

Question 7

Intrapersonal intelligence is the capacity to form an accurate model of oneself and to be able to use that model to operate effectively in life.

Accepted Answer

Intrapersonal intelligence involves understanding one's own emotions, motivations, and inner states, which helps in self-regulation and personal decision-making.

Question 8

Making inferential errors is a tendency to distort information that contradicts our currently held beliefs and attitudes.

Accepted Answer

The tendency to distort information that contradicts our beliefs is known as confirmation bias, not inferential errors. Inferential errors refer to mistakes in reasoning or drawing conclusions.

Question 9

The more common way of processing information is absorbing it, which is a passive process that requires little thinking

Accepted Answer

Absorbing information is a passive process that requires little thinking.

Question 10

Critical thinkers actively seek alternative hypotheses, explanations, conclusions and sources and are open to them.

Accepted Answer

Critical thinking involves evaluating information from multiple perspectives and considering different possibilities to form a well-rounded understanding.

Question 11

The _____________model assumes that one person can transmit the information in his or her head without distortion or personal interpretation to another.
A) Communication as information transfer
B) Communication as transactional process
C) Communication as strategic control
D) Communication as dialogic process

Accepted Answer

The "Communication as information transfer" model assumes that communication is a straightforward process where information is transmitted from one person to another without distortion or personal interpretation.

Question 12

The ____________model acknowledges that both senders and receivers are active and simultaneous interpreters of messages as well as recognizes the importance of feedback, particularly of the nonverbal type, in meaning making.
A) Communication as information transfer
B) Communication as transactional process
C) Communication as strategic control
D) Communication as dialogic process

Accepted Answer

The transactional model of communication emphasizes that both parties in a conversation are simultaneously senders and receivers, and it highlights the role of feedback, including nonverbal cues, in the communication process.

Question 13

The major criticism of the communication as strategic control model includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) It recognizes that people should not be expected to communicate in any objectively rational way.
B) It lacks recognition that communication choices are socially, politically, and ethically motivated.
C) It assumes that communication is a tool that individuals use to control their environment.
D) It can lead to communicative practices that ignore the goals of clarity and honesty when it is in the communicator's best individual interests to do so.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The major criticism of the communication as...

Question 14

Because of its focus on relationships and ethics, the best model of communication for the modern workplace is
A) communication as information transfer
B) communication as transactional process
C) communication as strategic control
D) communication as dialogic process

Accepted Answer

The dialogic process emphasizes open dialogue, mutual understanding, and ethical considerations, making it suitable for modern workplace dynamics that value relationships and ethics.

Question 15

The dialogic model of communication
A) Assumes that one person can transmit the information in his or her head without distortion or personal interpretation to another.
B) Acknowledges that both senders and receivers are active and simultaneous interpreters of messages.
C) Assumes that communication is a tool used for controlling their environment.
D) Attempts to deal with the contested nature of communication as well as recognizes that we live in groups and communities and that our actions affect others.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The dialogic model of communication
A) Assumes that...

Question 16

Barnlund offers three types of communication, including all of the following, EXCEPT:
A) Messages whose intent is to coerce others.
B) Messages of an exploitative sort in which words are arranged to filter the information, narrow the choices, and obscure the consequences, so that only one meaning becomes attractive or appropriate.
C) Messages that are completely off the topic of conversation.
D) Facilitative communication in which words are used to inform, to enlarge perspective, to deepen sensitivity, to remove external threat and to encourage independence of meaning.

Accepted Answer

Barnlund's types of communication do not include messages that are completely off the topic of conversation.

Question 17

______________ means that there are always multiple interpretations of any situation and that no one person can control those interpretations, try as he or she might.
A) Ethnocentrism
B) Plurality
C) Authentic dialog
D) Universality

Accepted Answer

Plurality refers to the existence of multiple interpretations or perspectives in any given situation, indicating that no single person can control all interpretations.

Question 18

______________is an honest understanding of the self, including your attitudes, values, beliefs, strengths, and weaknesses.
A) Self-esteem
B) Confidence
C) Egocentrism
D) Self-awareness

Accepted Answer

Self-awareness is the ability to have an honest understanding of one's own attitudes, values, beliefs, strengths, and weaknesses.

Question 19

Challenges to our ability to make ethical and logical decisions when faced with a persuasive situation include all of the following, EXCEPT:
A) Our self-awareness
B) Our thinking style
C) Our perceptual mindsets
D) Confirmation bias

Accepted Answer

Self-awareness generally enhances our ability to make ethical and logical decisions, rather than challenging it.

Question 20

Sources of inferential errors include all of the following, EXCEPT:
A) A faulty information base or misinformation
B) A seriously limited information base
C) Vividness
D) Causation

Accepted Answer

Causation is not a source of inferential error; it refers to the relationship between cause and effect, whereas the other options can lead to incorrect inferences.

Quiz 2: Foundations of Communication

The communication as information transfer model ignores the effects of distortion on information transfer or the multiple possible interpretations that a receiver might make of a message.

The primary weakness of the communication as transactional process model is the assumption of the possibility of reaching shared meaning.

The major criticism of the communication as strategic control approach is that it recognizes that people should not be expected to communicate in any objectively rational way.

Dialogue means that there are always multiple interpretations of any situation and that no one person can control those interpretations, try as he or she might

Self-awareness is the idea that you behave and see yourself in ways that are consistent with how others see you.

Intrapersonal intelligence is the capacity to form an accurate model of oneself and to be able to use that model to operate effectively in life.

Making inferential errors is a tendency to distort information that contradicts our currently held beliefs and attitudes.

The more common way of processing information is absorbing it, which is a passive process that requires little thinking

Critical thinkers actively seek alternative hypotheses, explanations, conclusions and sources and are open to them.

The _____________model assumes that one person can transmit the information in his or her head without distortion or personal interpretation to another.

The ____________model acknowledges that both senders and receivers are active and simultaneous interpreters of messages as well as recognizes the importance of feedback, particularly of the nonverbal type, in meaning making.

The major criticism of the communication as strategic control model includes all of the following EXCEPT:

Because of its focus on relationships and ethics, the best model of communication for the modern workplace is

The dialogic model of communication

Barnlund offers three types of communication, including all of the following, EXCEPT:

______________ means that there are always multiple interpretations of any situation and that no one person can control those interpretations, try as he or she might.

______________is an honest understanding of the self, including your attitudes, values, beliefs, strengths, and weaknesses.

Challenges to our ability to make ethical and logical decisions when faced with a persuasive situation include all of the following, EXCEPT:

Sources of inferential errors include all of the following, EXCEPT: