Brittany isn't sure how she feels about her boss, Peter. He seems nice enough, but when he's giving her instructions he has a habit of placing his hand on her shoulder and holding it there just a little too long. She's not sure if she should mention that his use of the ______ code is making her uncomfortable.
A) physical appearance
B) kinesics
C) haptics
D) olfactics

Question

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Haptics refers to the study of touch and the use of touch to communicate. Peter’s habit of placing his hand on Brittany’s shoulder falls under the category of haptics.

Brittany Isn't Sure How She Feels About Her Boss, Peter