When a person replies in a sarcastic tone, it modifies the meaning of the verbal message and is illustrating which of the following?
A) Received apprehension
B) Meta-communication
C) Empathy
D) Social decentering

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When a person uses sarcasm, they are utilizing meta-communication. Meta-communication refers to the way in which a message is conveyed or the underlying messages communicated through tone, body language, or other non-verbal cues. In this case, the sarcasm modifies the meaning of the verbal message, communicating a different message through the tone of voice.

When a Person Replies in a Sarcastic Tone, It Modifies