Some social scientists argue that ____ percent of the emotional impact of a message comes from nonverbal sources, while others suggest a more conservative estimate of ___ percent.
A)35; 93
B)50; 83
C)65; 83
D)93; 65

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The correct answer is D) 93; 65. This is based on the work of Albert Mehrabian, who is known for his studies on the relative importance of verbal and nonverbal messages. His findings suggest that 93% of the emotional impact of a message comes from nonverbal sources (body language and tone of voice), leaving 7% to the actual words used. The second part of the statement, suggesting a more conservative estimate of 65 percent, acknowledges that there are differing opinions and research findings on the exact percentage, but it aligns with the idea that a significant portion of communication is nonverbal.

Some Social Scientists Argue That ____ Percent of the Emotional