Ryan says that he will answer his client's questions "soon." Ryan plans to answer the questions by early next week; his client expects the answers by the end of the day.This misunderstanding results from
A) bypassing.
B) differing frames of reference.
C) noise.
D) using the incorrect communication channel.

Question

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Bypassing occurs when two people have different understandings of the same word or phrase, leading to miscommunication. In this case, "soon" is interpreted differently by Ryan and his client.

Ryan Says That He Will Answer His Client's Questions "Soon