The verbal and nonverbal symbols with which members of a culture communicate are
A)taught informally.
B)shared universally.
C)culture bound.
D)universally expressed.

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Verbal and nonverbal symbols vary among cultures and are specific to each culture. Therefore, they are culture-bound and not universally shared. While certain nonverbal expressions may be recognizable to some extent in different cultures, their interpretations can differ greatly. Additionally, the use of certain verbal symbols, such as idioms or slang, can only be understood within the context of a specific culture.

The Verbal and Nonverbal Symbols with Which Members of a Culture