The client is smiling, but his/her knuckles are white from clinched fists. This is an example of a ____.
A)discrepancy in nonverbal behaviors
B)discrepancy in verbal statements
C)discrepancy between what one says and what one does
D)discrepancy between statements and verbal behavior

Question

The client is smiling, but his/her knuckles are white from clinched fists. This is an example of a ____.
A)​discrepancy in nonverbal behaviors
B)​discrepancy in verbal statements
C)​discrepancy between what one says and what one does
D)discrepancy between statements and verbal behavior

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The client's smile suggests a positive emotion, but the clenched fists indicate tension or stress, showing a discrepancy in nonverbal behaviors.

The Client Is Smiling, but His/her Knuckles Are White from Clinched