Alexi is from the Netherlands and has made every attempt to "fit in" with her new American friends.While they may not be consciously aware of it,those friends have also been trying to adapt to Alexi's communication behaviors.This example demonstrates __________.
A)culture shock
B)the communication accommodation theory
C)the evolutionary psychology theory
D)contact theory

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The communication accommodation theory posits that people adjust their communication styles to accommodate others during social interactions. This is exactly what is happening in the given scenario, as Alexi is adjusting her communication behavior to fit in with her American friends and they are likely doing the same in response.

Alexi Is from the Netherlands and Has Made Every Attempt