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Atira has just returned from spring break and is telling her friend Nida all about her great time. Nida has been very responsive to Atira’s story-laughing and nodding-but now has increased her eye contact, raised a finger, and shifted her posture. Nida’s nonverbal cues probably indicate that she __________.

When Coors implemented its “turn it loose” marketing campaign in Spain, the result was a colloquial term for diarrhea. Which barrier to communication did the marketing team fail to overcome?

Most everyone will be sorry to see Professor Carmichael retire at the end of this academic year. Abel, on the other hand, has told people “It’s about time that crusty old geezer retires. He’s way too old to still be in the classroom.” This is an example of __________.

What culture type emphasizes achievement, assertiveness, heroism, and material wealth?

How would a culture that values support from others and expects loyalty from the community probably be classified, according to the seven dimensions of culture?

The __________ indicates that people make guesses about the personalities and behaviors of others using their own ideas, expectations, and often unconscious biases.

Joe tells anybody who will listen to him the most intimate details of his personal life. According to the Johari window, he probably has a relatively large __________ area.

A __________ is an example of a disconfirming response.

When Lori got an A on her music history paper, she concluded that she was indeed smart. However, when she failed her biology test the next week, she blamed the professor’s “confusing” questions for her poor result. Which barrier is hindering the accuracy of Lori’s perceptions?

Jamal is visiting Norway as a Rotary exchange student. Shortly after his arrival there, he began to feel confused, anxious, and stressed, causing him to question the wisdom of committing himself to this exchange. Based upon Jamal’s reaction, what is he most likely experiencing?