In a nationwide survey of U.S. adults conducted by the National Communication Association, 91 percent of respondents rated their communication skills as above average. This finding reflects what common myth?

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This finding reflects the common myth that "Everyone is a communication expert," as it shows a significant majority of respondents believe their communication skills are above average, which statistically is not possible. This overestimation is a classic example of the Dunning-Kruger effect, where individuals overestimate their abilities in various domains, including communication.

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