We use communication to meet many goals other than developing and maintaining our sense of self. We also communicate to _________; that is, we are always exploring new people, places, and things and communication is our primary tool of discovery.
A) build and maintain relationships
B) have influence
C) be human
D) exchange information
E) buy products

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sentence states that communication is our primary tool of discovery when exploring new people, places, and things, which indicates that the primary goal is to exchange information. Therefore, option D is the best choice. Options A, B, and E may be secondary goals of communication but are not the primary goal mentioned in the sentence. Option C is a general statement about the importance of communication but does not specifically address the primary goal mentioned in the sentence.

We Use Communication to Meet Many Goals Other Than Developing