Exam 1: Communicating in Everyday Life

Which of the following is NOT a basic component of communication?

Discuss the four background elements that can play an important role in determining a receiver's possible reaction and response to a message.

With regard to the six Cs of effective communication, the arrangement of listings, such as alphabetical, numerical, or chronological is referred to as consistency in:

List and describe the six basic components of communication.

Define both oral communication and written communication and describe when each type of communication is most effective.

What are the differences between using the "you-attitude" and the "I-attitude" in a business situation?

Reading is an inefficient means of gaining information because you cannot control the flow of information.

Written communication is most effective when the sender has good writing skills and the receiver has good reading skills.

A job listing that tries to attract qualified personnel to fill a certain position is an example of:

Explain how speaking is important in your social, educational, and professional life.

15. One of the six Cs of effective communication is complexity.

Factors interfering with communication that may negatively affect the intended message are called _____.