Question 1

High status individuals tend to have more power and dominance within their society or culture.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

The Dyadic Power Theory (DPT) argues that:

Accepted Answer

A)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is enhanced during moments of turbulence between two or more partners 
B)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is minimized in social interaction in which at least of the two interacts has some level of actual power 
C)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is especially important in familial relationships because of the natural occurring hierarchy of the family structure 
D)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is especially important in close romantic relationships because it determines how the partners relate to each other and how decisions are made 
A)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is enhanced during moments of turbulence between two or more partners 
B)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is minimized in social interaction in which at least of the two interacts has some level of actual power 
C)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is especially important in familial relationships because of the natural occurring hierarchy of the family structure 
D)  Power is an integral part of any relationship but is especially important in close romantic relationships because it determines how the partners relate to each other and how decisions are made D

Question 3

In most cultures, there is a belief that size indicates strength, which is valued and afforded greater power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

When thinking of proxemics, which principle addresses the idea that a CEO sits at the head of the table, a parent sits in the comfiest chair in the house, or that a teacher lectures from the front of the classroom?

Accepted Answer

A)  Principle of territorial possession and access 
B)  Principle of proxemic control 
C)  Principle of centrality 
D)  Principle of power plays 
A)  Principle of territorial possession and access 
B)  Principle of proxemic control 
C)  Principle of centrality 
D)  Principle of power plays

Question 5

Which of the following is not a principle of resource control?

Accepted Answer

A)  Principle of wealth acculation 
B)  Principle of territorial possession and access 
C)  Principle of valued resource control 
D)  Principle of task performance cues 
A)  Principle of wealth acculation 
B)  Principle of territorial possession and access 
C)  Principle of valued resource control 
D)  Principle of task performance cues

Question 6

Pranav works for Google. During a recent meeting, Pranav made a suggestion that he was worried that Erin, his boss, wouldn't like. After he finished, Erin responded in a high pitch, resembling baby talk, "Well thank you for sharing." Pranav felt terrible and remained silent the rest of the meeting. Which concept would best describe what occurred?

Accepted Answer

A)  Relational messages 
B)  Nonverbal pejoratives 
C)  Intimidation 
D)  Dominance signaling 
A)  Relational messages 
B)  Nonverbal pejoratives 
C)  Intimidation 
D)  Dominance signaling

Question 7

The chilling effect is when the more powerful person in a relationship often hesitates to communicate grievances to their partner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What are the three broad classes of principles or strategies underlying theories about power, dominance, and status?

Accepted Answer

Physical potency, re

Question 9

What is the definition of power, as defined in the textbook?

Accepted Answer

The capaci

Question 10

Ja is known as being very likeable and many attribute this to how he can light up room with his striking smile. What type of power is Ja most likely to possess?

Accepted Answer

A)  Objective Power 
B)  Actual Power 
C)  Coercive Power 
D)  Reward Power 
E)  Referent Power 
A)  Objective Power 
B)  Actual Power 
C)  Coercive Power 
D)  Reward Power 
E)  Referent Power

High status individuals tend to have more power and dominance within their society or culture.

The Dyadic Power Theory (DPT) argues that:

In most cultures, there is a belief that size indicates strength, which is valued and afforded greater power.

When thinking of proxemics, which principle addresses the idea that a CEO sits at the head of the table, a parent sits in the comfiest chair in the house, or that a teacher lectures from the front of the classroom?

Which of the following is not a principle of resource control?

The chilling effect is when the more powerful person in a relationship often hesitates to communicate grievances to their partner.

What are the three broad classes of principles or strategies underlying theories about power, dominance, and status?

What is the definition of power, as defined in the textbook?

Ja is known as being very likeable and many attribute this to how he can light up room with his striking smile. What type of power is Ja most likely to possess?

Introduction and Overview

Bio-evolutionary Influences on Nonverbal Communication

Sociocultural Influences on Nonverbal Communication

The Visual and Auditory Codes: Kinesics and Vocalics

The Contact Codes: Haptics and Proxemics

The Body as a Code: Appearance and Adornment

The Place and Time Codes: Environment, Artifacts, and Chronemics

Displaying Identities, Managing Images, and Forming Impressions

Expressing Emotions

Relational Messages: Developing and Expressing Closeness

Coordinating Interaction

Influencing Others

Deceiving and Detecting Deception

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Exam 11: Relational Messages: Power, Dominance, and Status

High status individuals tend to have more power and dominance within their society or culture.

The Dyadic Power Theory (DPT) argues that:

In most cultures, there is a belief that size indicates strength, which is valued and afforded greater power.

When thinking of proxemics, which principle addresses the idea that a CEO sits at the head of the table, a parent sits in the comfiest chair in the house, or that a teacher lectures from the front of the classroom?

Which of the following is not a principle of resource control?

The chilling effect is when the more powerful person in a relationship often hesitates to communicate grievances to their partner.

What are the three broad classes of principles or strategies underlying theories about power, dominance, and status?

What is the definition of power, as defined in the textbook?

Ja is known as being very likeable and many attribute this to how he can light up room with his striking smile. What type of power is Ja most likely to possess?

Introduction and Overview

Bio-evolutionary Influences on Nonverbal Communication

Sociocultural Influences on Nonverbal Communication

The Visual and Auditory Codes: Kinesics and Vocalics

The Contact Codes: Haptics and Proxemics

The Body as a Code: Appearance and Adornment

The Place and Time Codes: Environment, Artifacts, and Chronemics

Displaying Identities, Managing Images, and Forming Impressions

Expressing Emotions

Relational Messages: Developing and Expressing Closeness

Coordinating Interaction

Influencing Others

Deceiving and Detecting Deception

Filters