Com 111 final

In SET, the principle of __ explains that we want rewards but not more than what we give

face threatening acts only threaten positive face

I seek to understand the laws that guide human behavior. I am a....

Acc to diffusion of innovations theory, those who are among the 1st to adopt an innovation are

A way of thinking that is inconsistent with our beliefs and values is:

intellects, & artists in isolated minority speak out bc they think theyre ahead of their times

Social Penetration theory states:

kelsey fins health important and wants a good diet. but in winter she wants to eat chocolate

the reality given to a topic by the ideas chosen by the media to discuss

"you should get one of these phones, It will change your life!" is what kind of talk

Cultivation theorists claim that TV

"bc bestbuy lets you play w all their cool stuff, I was able 2 experience it myself. here-look"

"i decided to go to best buy last night and take a look at the new samsung S5" is which talk?

According to Agenda Setting Theory, how many items can be on the agenda at one time?

Which theory helps explain self disclosure in relationships?

ppl adopt new washing machines that can add clothes after cycle started unlike other machines

Acc 2 agenda setting theory, when a school shooting puts teens&violent games on the agenda, its

if we like a person, we will __ evaluate any expectancy violations that are made

Dressing like the popular girls at school to fit in is an ex of Communication accommodation t/f

Symbolic Convergence theory explains:

According 2 ELM, which route of processing lasts longer/is more resistant 2 counter persuasion?

According to narrative theory, if a story rings true to you, it has:

According to communication accommodation theory, people converge to

After arriving late to class, Kyle said outloud "I'm not a morning person" acc to FNT, this is:

the media tells us what to think

acc to disffusion of innovations theory, those among the last ones to adopt an innovation are

Which cultures use more dominating communication styles?

Which country is more individualistic

when we have a good idea of what will occur in a conversation

acc to cultivation theory, one who is a heavy viewer of tv watches how many hours a day?

often when people diverge, its because:

framing involves which of the following?

Kelsey researches chocolate and finds some health benefits. this makes her feel better.

once ppl see how an innovation makes life better, rapid adoption occurs. this is based on:

WHo creates an organization's culture?

Acc to SET, which measures satisfaction in relationships?

control and manipulation are part of which research process?

George flips past adds in magazines noticing only their flashy colors or his fave celebrities.

Which route of processing in ELM takes little mental effort?

A triggering event, in Agenda Setting Theory, is:

In interactions, were not only concerned with our own face, with others as well. this is:

this route of processing involves careful consideration of the true merits of info presented

In diffusions of innovations theory, critical mass is:

in collectivist cultures, people are more concerned with negative face

which of these are elements of african communication/african culture?

sometimes ppl's lives reflect what's on TV: this is called

in a relationship that initially has more costs & over time has = # of costs & rewards, we will

overaccommodation is usually directed by good intentions. t/f

On a first date, Matt self-discloses in terms of depth. Acc to SPT, he:

CT asserts that the amount of violence on TV corresponds w the amount that occurs IRL

the idea that we tend to believe all people are middle/upper class or white explains what?

self-disclosure w a great deal of breadth would be:

correlational relationships are always causal in nature

Who is more likely to converge in a conversation: someone of lower status or higher status?

According to narrative paradigm, if a story doesn't make sense, it lacks:

A critical researcher might ask the following RQ: "Who is being excluded from social software?"

idea that everyone develops a common outlook on the world bc of the persuasiveness of tv

Someone unsure about the election is _ likely to be influenced by the media's agenda

When one talks more loudly than normal to a blind person, they engage in:

This: "knowledge is totally personal. there is no way to be positive about what anyone this"

__ frequently occurs in a conversation where there is a power distance between the talkers.

This theory argues that issues create publics

when an innovation has reached critical mass what happens?

caroline is active in animal rescue. when she sees a message about animals she is likely to

This theory argue that relationships experience a series of predictable contradictions

most ppl don't have time/patience to learn a difficult process in order to use a new gadget.

When converge is perceived as good, it can __ the communication between people:

In this type of culture, we put ourselves ahead of others

according to symbolic convergence, this is when huge numbers of people share in a fantasy.

which of the following is general perception experienced by those w the mean world syndrome

heavy viewers of TV believe the world is a meaner, scarier place than it is. What idea is this?

recalling facts consistent with personal beliefs reflect

According to narrative theory, a narrative

In the mgmt theory, efficiency is most important, employees are seen as expendable

according to this theory, we struggle w/ tensions between discourses

"If a chicken increases in age, the amount of eggs it produces decreases" illustrates

T/F cognitive dissonance can be eliminated by reducing the importance.

critical mass acc to diffusion of innovation theory is

when faced with a message, jason interprets it in a way that is consistent with his beliefs

sometimes people diverge bc they want to enhance the separation between them & their listeners.

"the phone is amazing. i love it and bought it right away" is what kind of talk

These scholars believe that imbalances of power characterize the social experience

A culture which values uniqueness and independence might be classified as:

Which of the following is true about CT

This approach to management thinks that employees are the most important asset to any company

Spiral of Silence theory suggests that

how much you can tolerate an expectancy violation is related to

This theory explains how we manage face threatening acts

Which is true about attitude change as a result of central route processing

In SPT, the # of topics that one discloses is depth. T/F?

the main idea of CT is the notion that tv tends to make us believe in a reality that isn't real

Anissa has very strong feelings about legalizing the devils lettuce. she talks about it a LOT!

The central idea of symbolic convergence theory is: sharing __ leads to __

In a study that asks "how do the hormones in meat affect meat-eaters ability to reproduce?"

Acc to SET, which measures stability in relationships?

Which approach 2 PR takes into consideration the best interests of both the org and the public?

People from China would be more likely to demonstrate other face concern than people from USA

Ed found a theory that helps him understand his relationship w/ his fiance perfectly. Clearly:

Which provides the most comprehensive understanding of an organization's culture?

"as you climb the mountain (increase in height) it gets colder (decrease in temp)"

Allison evaluates her relationship w Sydney, she decides its less satisfying than previous ones

Through in depth interviews, Rachel likes to study how couples communicate. Rachel is: