Before launching into her presentation to the board of directors,Sandra circulates through the room
Making small talk about the weather,the results of last night's ball game,etc.Sandra is engaging in
A)phatic communication.
B) metamessaging.
C) feedback.
D)back-channeling.

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Sandra is engaging in phatic communication, which is a type of communication that establishes a social connection between speakers and focuses on building rapport and maintaining relationships rather than conveying information or ideas. This is evident in her small talk about the weather and the results of last night's ball game.

Before Launching into Her Presentation to the Board of Directors,Sandra