A person’s name generally has no logical connection with the actual person, just as the word “cow” does not look like a cow or sound like a cow. According to American linguist Charles Hockett, these examples illustrate how the connection between a word and what it represents is __________.

What is a general characteristic of our Facebook posts, according to research?

Brody’s wife walks into the family room while he is watching the TV and begins to tell him what she found out at the PTA meeting. Brody turns off the TV and directs his attention to his wife. Which barrier to effective listening has Brody addressed?

During a recent conversation with Anit, Maya evaluated the validity and usefulness of the information he had shared. Maya, in this case, was performing __________.

Which dimension of communication social style is described by the tendency to accomplish tasks by making requests, asking for information, and generally looking out for one’s own rights and best interests?

What is the most effective way to sustain a conversation?

Which stage of the listening process is involved when you focus your eyes on your friend, nod your head, and say “uh huh” occasionally as he speaks?

Which listening style is often characterized by the use of second-guessing?

Several researchers suggest that one of the best ways to enhance understanding when communicating over a period of time with someone from a different cultural background is to develop __________.

Mrs. Applebaum teaches seventh grade, and definitely prefers her female students over her male students, who are often rude and disrespectful. When one of her female students speaks rudely to her, Mrs. Applebaum doesn’t seem to hear it. What barrier to effective listening is Mrs. Applebaum experiencing?