Question 1

People with directive communication styles are more likely to make good leaders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The zone in which communication style characteristics are displayed with the most intensity is​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​the intensity zone. 
B)  ​Zone 1. 
C)  ​Zone 2. 
D)  ​the excess zone. 
A)  ​the intensity zone. 
B)  ​Zone 1. 
C)  ​Zone 2. 
D)  ​the excess zone.

Question 3

The concept of communication style bias supports the theory that "opposites attract."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Lester listens intently,avoids the use of power at work,and makes thoughtful,deliberate decisions.He most likely has a directive communication style.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Case 3.1
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Miguel has a big sales presentation tomorrow.He's planning how to adapt his presentation to meet the needs of his customer.Miguel would describe himself as highly competitive,outgoing,and talkative,and also disciplined,serious,and formal.His customer,Regina,listens to him attentively,expresses herself thoughtfully and deliberately,and would describe herself as easygoing,friendly,and casual.
-Refer to Case 3.1.If Miguel wants to be effective with Regina,he probably needs to​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​be accurate,straightforward,and orderly. 
B)  ​present at a fast pace with little detail. 
C)  ​stick to the communication style to which he naturally gravitates. 
D)  ​show a sincere interest in her and patiently listen to her needs. 
A)  ​be accurate,straightforward,and orderly. 
B)  ​present at a fast pace with little detail. 
C)  ​stick to the communication style to which he naturally gravitates. 
D)  ​show a sincere interest in her and patiently listen to her needs.

Question 6

When trying to improve relations with someone who has a supportive communication style,you should show a sincere interest in the person.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Describe briefly the fundamental premises that support communication styles.

Accepted Answer

People have important individual differe

Question 8

Sociability can be defined as a tendency to​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​take charge in social situations. 
B)  ​be more reserved and formal in social relationships. 
C)  ​seek and enjoy social relationships. 
D)  ​be cooperative. 
A)  ​take charge in social situations. 
B)  ​be more reserved and formal in social relationships. 
C)  ​seek and enjoy social relationships. 
D)  ​be cooperative.

Question 9

Managers are more effective if they are higher on the dominance continuum than on the sociability continuum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Case 3.1
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Miguel has a big sales presentation tomorrow.He's planning how to adapt his presentation to meet the needs of his customer.Miguel would describe himself as highly competitive,outgoing,and talkative,and also disciplined,serious,and formal.His customer,Regina,listens to him attentively,expresses herself thoughtfully and deliberately,and would describe herself as easygoing,friendly,and casual.
-Refer to Case 3.1.Based on the terms Miguel uses to describe himself,he is most likely to have a(n) ____ communication style.

Accepted Answer

A)  ​emotive 
B)  ​directive 
C)  ​supportive 
D)  ​reflective 
A)  ​emotive 
B)  ​directive 
C)  ​supportive 
D)  ​reflective

Question 11

An emotive communication style operating in the excess zone is characterized by the​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​avoidance of decisions and display of emotion. 
B)  ​expression of highly emotional opinions and seeming unwillingness to listen to others. 
C)  ​determination to come out on top and inability to admit to being wrong. 
D)  ​constant seeking of reassurance and attempts to win approval by agreeing with everyone. 
A)  ​avoidance of decisions and display of emotion. 
B)  ​expression of highly emotional opinions and seeming unwillingness to listen to others. 
C)  ​determination to come out on top and inability to admit to being wrong. 
D)  ​constant seeking of reassurance and attempts to win approval by agreeing with everyone.

Question 12

A person is most likely to move into the excess zone when he is feeling secure and confident.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

People should avoid communicating within the ____________________ in order to maintain good relations with others.

Accepted Answer

The answer of People should avoid communicating within the ____________________...

Question 14

Leslie projects a serious attitude,expresses strong opinions,and sometimes projects an air of indifference.Leslie most likely has a directive communication style.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Define what an excess zone is,and state under what conditions a person may enter this zone of their communication style.Then,explain how strengths in communication style can come across as weaknesses in the excess zone by providing examples for each style.

Accepted Answer

An excess zone in communication refers t

Question 16

Explain two basic characteristics of sociability as it is used in the communication style model.

Accepted Answer

Sociability is the tendency to seek out

Question 17

Describe how a person with a reflective communication style might use style flexing to better work with an individual with a supportive communication style and vice versa.

Accepted Answer

A person with a reflective communication

Question 18

What is communication-style bias?

Accepted Answer

Communication-style bias is the preferen

Question 19

Successful people in the business world tend to be higher on the sociability continuum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Explain the communication behaviors that demonstrate an emotive style.

Accepted Answer

Displays spontaneous,uninhibit

People with directive communication styles are more likely to make good leaders.

The zone in which communication style characteristics are displayed with the most intensity is

The concept of communication style bias supports the theory that "opposites attract."

Lester listens intently,avoids the use of power at work,and makes thoughtful,deliberate decisions.He most likely has a directive communication style.

When trying to improve relations with someone who has a supportive communication style,you should show a sincere interest in the person.

Describe briefly the fundamental premises that support communication styles.

Sociability can be defined as a tendency to

Managers are more effective if they are higher on the dominance continuum than on the sociability continuum.

An emotive communication style operating in the excess zone is characterized by the

A person is most likely to move into the excess zone when he is feeling secure and confident.

People should avoid communicating within the ____________________ in order to maintain good relations with others.

Leslie projects a serious attitude,expresses strong opinions,and sometimes projects an air of indifference.Leslie most likely has a directive communication style.

Define what an excess zone is,and state under what conditions a person may enter this zone of their communication style.Then,explain how strengths in communication style can come across as weaknesses in the excess zone by providing examples for each style.

Explain two basic characteristics of sociability as it is used in the communication style model.

Describe how a person with a reflective communication style might use style flexing to better work with an individual with a supportive communication style and vice versa.

What is communication-style bias?

Successful people in the business world tend to be higher on the sociability continuum.

Explain the communication behaviors that demonstrate an emotive style.

Introduction to Human Relations

Improving Personal and Organizational Communications

Building High Self-Esteem

Personal Values Influence Ethical Choices

Attitudes Can Shape Your Life

Motivating Yourself and Others

Improving Interpersonal Relations With Constructive Self-Disclosure

Achieving Emotional Balance in a Chaotic World

Building Stronger Relationships With Positive Energy

Developing a Professional Presence

Team Building: a Leadership Strategy

Resolving Conflict and Dealing With Difficult People

Responding to Personal and Work-Related Stress

Valuing Workforce Diversity and Inclusion

The Changing Roles of Men and Women

A Life Plan for Effective Human Relations

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Exam 3: Understanding Your Communication Style

People with directive communication styles are more likely to make good leaders.

The zone in which communication style characteristics are displayed with the most intensity is​

The concept of communication style bias supports the theory that "opposites attract."

Lester listens intently,avoids the use of power at work,and makes thoughtful,deliberate decisions.He most likely has a directive communication style.

When trying to improve relations with someone who has a supportive communication style,you should show a sincere interest in the person.

Describe briefly the fundamental premises that support communication styles.

Sociability can be defined as a tendency to​

Managers are more effective if they are higher on the dominance continuum than on the sociability continuum.

An emotive communication style operating in the excess zone is characterized by the​

A person is most likely to move into the excess zone when he is feeling secure and confident.

People should avoid communicating within the ____________________ in order to maintain good relations with others.

Leslie projects a serious attitude,expresses strong opinions,and sometimes projects an air of indifference.Leslie most likely has a directive communication style.

Define what an excess zone is,and state under what conditions a person may enter this zone of their communication style.Then,explain how strengths in communication style can come across as weaknesses in the excess zone by providing examples for each style.

Explain two basic characteristics of sociability as it is used in the communication style model.

Describe how a person with a reflective communication style might use style flexing to better work with an individual with a supportive communication style and vice versa.

What is communication-style bias?

Successful people in the business world tend to be higher on the sociability continuum.

Explain the communication behaviors that demonstrate an emotive style.

Introduction to Human Relations

Improving Personal and Organizational Communications

Building High Self-Esteem

Personal Values Influence Ethical Choices

Attitudes Can Shape Your Life

Motivating Yourself and Others

Improving Interpersonal Relations With Constructive Self-Disclosure

Achieving Emotional Balance in a Chaotic World

Building Stronger Relationships With Positive Energy

Developing a Professional Presence

Team Building: a Leadership Strategy

Resolving Conflict and Dealing With Difficult People

Responding to Personal and Work-Related Stress

Valuing Workforce Diversity and Inclusion

The Changing Roles of Men and Women

A Life Plan for Effective Human Relations

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The zone in which communication style characteristics are displayed with the most intensity is

Sociability can be defined as a tendency to

An emotive communication style operating in the excess zone is characterized by the