You prefer to sit very close to individuals when you are visiting; however, your Asian friend prefers to allow more space between you.This is illustrating that
A)non-verbal messages are multi-channelled.
B)non-verbal messages are ambiguous.
C)non-verbal messages are culture based.
D)non-verbal messages are continuous.

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The difference in personal space preferences between the individual and their Asian friend suggests that non-verbal messages are culture based. Cultural norms can influence how we interpret and communicate non-verbal cues, such as the distance we feel comfortable having between ourselves and others during social interactions.

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