Which of the following statements about the relationship between CMC (computer-mediated communication) and interpersonal communication is FALSE?
A) Many young adults connect with their parents through social media.
B) CMC establishes stronger friendships than does traditional face-to-face contact.
C) New mothers are more likely than new fathers to turn to social media to share the experience of transitioning to parenthood.
D) In families that tend toward secretiveness, children tend to reject parental requests for Facebook access.

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Although CMC can facilitate communication and connection between individuals who are physically distanced, research has shown that face-to-face communication is still generally considered to be the most effective means of building and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships. Therefore, it is false to state that CMC typically establishes stronger friendships than face-to-face contact.

Which of the Following Statements About the Relationship Between CMC