When two people using the same word think that they agree on its meaning but actually do not, they are experiencing the communication problem known as:
A) sugging.
B) bypassing.
C) masking.
D) brainstorming.
E) heckling.

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Bypassing occurs when two people have a misunderstanding about a particular word or concept, thinking they are on the same page, but in reality, they are not. This kind of miscommunication can happen when a term or word has multiple definitions, or it can happen due to linguistic or cultural differences.

When Two People Using the Same Word Think That They