Uncertainty reduction theory holds that:
A) humans are excited by and desirous of uncertainty.
B) humans need to be certain of who they are and what is expected of them.
C) humans have a basic drive to avoid and diminish uncertainty.
D) humans find predictability boring and annoying.

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Uncertainty reduction theory posits that humans have a fundamental drive to reduce uncertainty in their interactions and seek to predict and explain the behavior of others to feel more secure and comfortable.

Uncertainty Reduction Theory Holds That