Question 1

If you use a poker face while playing card games,in what way are you using nonverbal communication?

Accepted Answer

By using a poker face, the player is contradicting their emotions and intentions through their facial expression. They are trying to deceive their opponents and hide any emotional tells that may give away their hand. This is an example of nonverbal communication in which the player's actions are sending a message (that they are confident, have a good hand, etc.) without saying anything out loud.

Question 2

If your track coach wraps your ankle with an Ace bandage after you twisted your ankle,what type of touch is your coach using?

Accepted Answer

The coach is using functional-professional touch by providing medical treatment for the athlete's injury.

Question 3

Research has classified gestures into four types.Which of the following does not belong to the four types?

Accepted Answer

Affect displays are not one of the four main types of gestures; they are expressions of emotion, while the four types of gestures are adaptors, emblems, regulators, and illustrators.

Question 4

What is the study of body movement,gestures,and facial expression called?

Accepted Answer

The study of body movement, gestures, and facial expression is called kinesics.

Question 5

In comparing nonverbal communication to verbal,our nonverbal communication is

Accepted Answer

Nonverbal communication is often viewed as more credible than verbal communication because it is spontaneous and difficult to fake. It is a multi-channeled form of communication that includes body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, and other nonverbal cues that add meaning and context to the words being spoken. While verbal communication can be clear and intentional, it is also vulnerable to misinterpretation and manipulation. Nonverbal communication helps to supplement and reinforce the message being conveyed, making it more credible and trustworthy.

Question 6

If Marya notices her manager hunched over her workstation holding her head up with her hands and asks her,"Are you okay? You look upset," and her manager replies,"I'm fine,just a little tired," her boss is illustrating

Accepted Answer

The manager's verbal message ("I'm fine, just a little tired") is incongruent with their nonverbal message (hunching over the workstation and holding their head up with their hands), which indicates that they are not fine and may be upset or experiencing discomfort.

Question 7

While at your workplace,what type of proxemic space do you use to communicate?

Accepted Answer

Social space is the appropriate level of proxemic space used in most workplace communication, as it allows for a comfortable distance between colleagues while still conveying a sense of collaboration and openness. A) intimate space is too close and reserved for personal relationships, B) personal space is appropriate for friends and family, but may come across as unprofessional in a workplace setting, D) public space is too far for most workplace communication, and E) casual space is not a recognized proxemic distance.

Question 8

According to the text,in most communication

Accepted Answer

The text states that "nonverbal communication conveys more meaning than verbal messages" and provides examples such as facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language. Therefore, option E is the best choice. The other options are not supported by the text.

Question 9

If you ask your husband if he is angry and he shouts,"No,I'm not angry," what type of communication is he using?

Accepted Answer

The husband's words and tone are contradicting each other. This is an example of a mixed message, which can create confusion and miscommunication.

Question 10

While communicating with someone from a high-contact culture,it would be wise to remember

Accepted Answer

High-contact cultures tend to prefer close physical proximity during communication. This includes standing or sitting closer during conversation, and may also include touch. It is important to be aware of and respect these cultural norms when communicating with someone from a high-contact culture.

Question 11

When Amy's friend finishes giving his presentation,Amy gives him a "thumbs up" from across the room.What function of nonverbal communication is she using?

Accepted Answer

Amy is using the "thumbs up" gesture to replace verbal communication, conveying approval or a positive message without speaking.

Question 12

If your boyfriend tells you he loves you while staring aimlessly at the TV instead of at you,you are more likely to

Accepted Answer

Nonverbal behavior often carries more weight in communication than verbal statements, especially if there is a discrepancy between the two.

Question 13

Before Mark departs for service in Iraq,he makes direct eye contact with his girlfriend Mindy and hugs her.What type of nonverbal communication is he using?

Accepted Answer

Mark is using congruent nonverbal communication by making direct eye contact and hugging his girlfriend Mindy. His nonverbal behavior matches his verbal message of saying goodbye, indicating that he is truly feeling the emotion he is expressing.

Question 14

If you point in a particular direction while providing someone directions,in what way are you using nonverbal communication?

Accepted Answer

Pointing in a particular direction while giving directions is an example of repeating nonverbal communication, as it reinforces the verbal message by visually indicating the direction.

Question 15

When communicating with someone from a low-contact culture,it would be wise to

Accepted Answer

In a low-contact culture, physical touch is not common and can be seen as invasive or inappropriate. It is best to avoid touch and maintain a respectful distance.

Question 16

If during a medical exam,your physician maintains a neutral face when he finds a serious problem,what type of behavior is he demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

An incongruent message is when verbal and nonverbal messages do not match, in this case the physician's neutral face would not match what could be a serious problem.

Question 17

If you were hoping to acknowledge another person according to the norms or rules of a society,which category of touch would be most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Social-polite touches are appropriate for acknowledging someone within the norms and rules of a society. These touches are brief and impersonal, such as a handshake or a pat on the back, and do not convey any emotional or romantic undertones.

Question 18

Nonverbal communication can be used to

Accepted Answer

Nonverbal communication can be used to communicate meaning, express emotion, present self, and manage interaction. All of these options are correct. Nonverbal cues such as body language, facial expressions, tone of voice, and gestures can convey important information and supplement verbal communication. They can also signal emotional states, such as happiness, sadness, or anger, and help people project a particular image or identity. Finally, nonverbal cues can regulate social interaction by signaling turn-taking, indicating interest or disinterest, or aligning with or opposing others in conversation.

Question 19

Which of the following is true about women's use of nonverbal communication?

Accepted Answer

All of the options are correct. Research suggests that women are more skilled at sending and interpreting nonverbal messages than men. Women tend to smile more frequently, gaze more, and are more facially expressive in general.

Question 20

When disciplining your two-year-old daughter,you raise your voice and increase your volume when you say "STOP throwing your bottle." What function of nonverbal communication are you using?

Accepted Answer

The function of nonverbal communication being used is spotlighting, as the raised voice and increased volume draws attention to the specific behavior that needs to be stopped.

Quiz 6: Nonverbal Communication