As part of its counterterrorism efforts, the U.S. Department of State ran a social media campaign against ISIS in 2014. The state department's strategy included a YouTube video that parodied ISIS recruitment efforts. The video mocked ISIS in graphic detail, juxtaposing disturbing images of prisoner crucifixions, mosque bombings, and severed heads with ISIS claims that joining the organization will lead to some kind of promised land. Although this PR strategy is often viewed as less ethical, mediated diplomacy of this type is seen in a positive light when a cause is perceived to be just. This type of mediated diplomacy is an example of __________.
A) Mythological communication
B) Dialectic communication
C) Monologic communication
D) Discourse communication

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The campaign described is an example of monologic communication, where the State Department is broadcasting its message without seeking or allowing for a dialogue or response from ISIS. This approach is characterized by one-way communication, aiming to influence public perception or behavior without engaging in a back-and-forth exchange.

As Part of Its Counterterrorism Efforts, the U