The ______________ posits that individuals are_______ with ambiguity and make an effort to ____________ in communicative events such as conflict situations.
A) uncertainty reduction theory; uncomfortable; reduce uncertainty
B) face negotiation theory; at ease; save face
C) uncertainty reduction theory; comfortable; reduce uncertainty
D) face negotiation theory; uncomfortable; threaten the face of their communication partners

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The uncertainty reduction theory suggests that people are generally uncomfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity, especially in initial interactions, and thus they engage in communication to reduce this uncertainty.

The ______________ Posits That Individuals Are_______ with Ambiguity and Make

The ________ Posits That Individuals Are_ with Ambiguity and Make