Researchers who view interruptions as a means to assert dominance also suggest all of the following, except …
A) interruptions violate normal conversational rules
B) interruptions represent an attempt at solidarity
C) interruptions are always negative and undesirable behaviors
D) interruptions are an attempt to control conversations and exert power

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The passage states that interruptions are seen as attempts to control conversations and exert power and that they violate normal conversational rules. However, the passage does not suggest that interruptions are always negative and undesirable behaviors. In fact, some researchers suggest that interruptions can be a means of showing solidarity and interest in the conversation. Therefore, option B is the correct answer as it suggests that interruptions are not a means for asserting dominance.

Researchers Who View Interruptions as a Means to Assert Dominance