When Allen proudly announces that he has a new "ride," his friend Paul understands that Allen has a new passenger vehicle. Paul's thought is a response called
A) denotation
B) contextual integration
C) uncertainty reduction
D) connotation

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The response that Paul has, which involves understanding the implied meanings or associations of the word "ride" in this context, is an example of connotation. Denotation refers to the literal or dictionary definition of a word, while contextual integration is the process of combining information from various sources to form a coherent understanding. Uncertainty reduction typically involves seeking additional information to clarify something that is unclear or ambiguous.

When Allen Proudly Announces That He Has a New "Ride