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Lag time: difference in the rate at which the brain can receive & process info & the speed at which most adults speak
False
True
2
Identify the open -end question from he following
What is the cost of the mattress?
Do we have your agreement on this matter?
Is the pain in your ankle biting or burning??
How is the product normally used?
3
Holding hands near or over the mouth may present problems for those who rely on reading lips to understand messages
True
False
4
Two way communication involves _____________
an application of all the elements of interpersonal communication
only a receiver who is the sole contributor to the communication process
transfer of information to receiver that does not elicit feedback
only a sender who is the sole contributor to the communication process
5
In most Western cultures, the typical period of time that is comfortable for holding eye contact is _____ seconds
15-20
5 to 10
25-30
35-40
6
Acceptable rules, manners, and ceremonies for an organization, profession, or society are known as _
proxemics
verbal fillers
etiquette and manners
semantics
7
In most western cultures, they typical period of time that is comfortable for holding eye contact is 25 to 30 seconds
False
True
8
A communication delivered through speech or signals is known as _______
channel
noise
filter
message
9
The factors used to end messages that impact a customer's perception or feeling about a service provider of organization
Gender communication
Miscellaneous cues
Perception checking
Semantics
10
Which of the following is an example of negative nonverbal behavior?
Eyes wide open
Gesturing with open hand
Pointing a finger
Brief eye contact
11
A service provider must get back to a customer and renegotiate is the deadlines are agreed-upon terms can't be met
True
False
12
The process that occurs in thinking when a previously experienced pattern that is stored in memory is encountered again
recognition
hearing
responding
attending
13
Which of the following is an example of an external obstacle that can result in a listening breakdown?
Information overload directed against the service provider
Dysfunctional circadian rhythm of the service provider
Psychological distracters afflicting the service provider
Inherent bias held by the service provider against the customer
14
_________ occurs when a customer converts messages received into familiar ideas by interpreting or assigning meaning
Decoding
Sending
Enlisting
Encoding
15
The silent bond built between two people as a result of sharing common interests is called ________-
Raport
conflict
noise
feedback
16
Before providing feedback, taking into consideration the knowledge and skill level of customers is part of encoding
True
False
17
Phase of the listening where the brain tries to match a received message with other information stored in the brain
Comprehending
Attending
Responding
Hearing
18
Which of the following statements is true of the problems associated with channels of communication?
The nonverbal cues that accompany words are unidentifiable via phone
Written communication has the potential for misunderstanding of words
Face-to face conversation denies the opportunity of nonverbal cues
It is typically best to avoid face-to-face communication in an ideal world
19
Pitch volume, rate quality, articulation and other attributes are known as vocal cues.
True
False
20
Which of the following statements best describes noise?
the dialogues used in customer interactions to enhance relationships
Physiological or psychological factors that interfere with the reception
describes the method through which people communicate messages
It is the idea or concept that you or your customer wishes to convey
21
When something goes wrong, a service provider should _____
take responsibility and take appropriate action
hide quickly so you do not have to solve the problem
use several policy excuses
look for someone else to blame
22
_______ is the first step of the listening process
Comprehending
Responding
Hearing
Attending
23
____ refers to ensuring that verbal messages sent are in agreement with nonverbal cues used
Thought speed
Polarity
Congruence
Information overlaod
24
Projecting a presence that is assured, confident & capable without appearing aggressive is known as your level of
indignation
assertiveness
rapport
aggressiveness
25
Pet peeves or hot buttons are behaviors such as ___________
putting someone's call on hold without permission
answering the telephone promptly
exhibiting a professional service provider apperance
using customers' last names to address them
26
Which of the following is an example of a negative nonverbal behavior?
Open body stance
Remaning silent as customer speaks
Nodding affirmatively
Casual unkempt apperance
27
Using pet phrases such as "cool" excessivelyis likely to lead to customer relationship breakdowns
True
False
28
The phase of the listening process in which a listener focuses on a specific sound being received from the environment
Attending
Hearing
Responding
Comprehending
29
Which of the following is a behavioral difference between men and women?
Women claim small areas of personal space, whereas men claim large areas
Women speak at a slower rate, whereas men speak at a faster rate
Men focus more on facial details, whereas women focus less on it
Men are tolerant of interruptions whereas women are intolerant
30
Which of the following is an example of nonassertive behavior?
Giving a limp and weak handshake
Apologizing for mistakes and moving on with the conversation
Grasping a table or chair while talking
folding the hands while talking
31
The intimate distance which is typically reserved for famil and intimate relationships is usually______
12 or more feet
4-12 inches
18 inches to 4 feet
0-18 inches
32
Asking indirect questions that are critical in nature helps generate meaningful responses from customers
True
False
33
Resentment, frustration and retaliation often result when employees believe their supervisor is ________
affirming the value of relationships
misusing their power
demonstrating commitment
working toward goal attainment
34
Dialogue that is used to enhance relationships, show civility, and build rapport is called ______-
global term
paraphrasing
small talk
pet peeves
35
Open-end questions primarily help in determining the who, what, when, where, why and how about a given situation
True
False
36
In a meeting the CEO said "John is the pineapple of hard work" He obviously meant pinnacle. This is an example of
voice quality
verbal filler
paralanguage
malapropism
37
If a service provider is to understand and serve people who might be different they must first become aware ________
that culture does not play a role in it
that they are also very similar
that the Internet is a good source of information
that conducting business with them is always unsuccessful
38
When in doubt about your message meaning, people tend to believe the words spoken
False
True
39
Which of the following is most likely to lead to a communication breakdown?
You're right
I appreciate
Listen to me
Please
40
Groupings of nonverbal behavior, such as crossed arms & friendly touching indicate positive or negative intent
inferences
verbal fillers
pauses
clusters
41
____ refers to sending back verbal or nonverbal messages to a message originator
Hearing
Responding
Comprehending
Attending
42
The term behavioral style identifies categories of human behavior identified by behavioral researchers
True
False
43
Which of the following is likely to damage the customer -provider relationship?
Performing perception checking
Using paralanguage
Using a lot of jargon
Communicating nonverbally
44
You are a customer service provider. When the telephone rings ________
wait at least 5 minutes so the caller will know you are busy
clear your head, focus on the telphone & answer professionally & cheerfully
answer it quickly even though you are still eating lunch
look over at colleague and not to them to answer it
45
Why is nonverbal feedback more powerful than spoken or written feedback?
Nonverbal feedback indcreases the chance of ambiguity
Verbal feedback considers distortion
Verbal feedback is often subject to interpretation
Nonverbal feedback prohibits negative feedback
46
Close Ended questions are used to seek substantial amounts of information
False
True
47
The business of customer service _______
is about achieving profits
is all about people
discourages feedback
encourages one-way communication
48
Which of the following statements is most likely to be true of open-end questions?
They elicit one-syllable answers
They usually result in small amounts of new information
They are used to discourage dialogue
They help to establish a number of facts
49
Nonverbal communication cues that send powerful messages through gestures, vocal qualities, manner of dress and grooming
body language
verbal fillers
paralanguage
pupilometrics
50
The average rate of speech for most adults in a work setting is 125 to 150 words per minute.
False
True
51
An emotion-reducing communication strategy that helps in handling conflict is
raising the voice
empathizing with customer
keeping communication closed
showing aggressiveness
52
Zones in which interpersonal interactions can take place are known as _______
semantics
proxemics
vocal cues
environmental cues
53
Which of the following is true of gender communication?
Females tend to learn more nurturing and relationship skills early
Females are highly comfortable being in physical proximity w/other females
Males tend to learn more bilateral in the use of their brains
Males are most confortable being in close physical proximity w/other males
54
The practice of a message receiver giving back in his or her own words what he or she believes a sender said is called
channeling
decoding
paraphrasing
encoding
55
Which of the following is most likely to cause conflict?
Goals in sync with reality
Personal styles similarities
Dependent outcomes
Adequate communication
56
The outcome of people from various countries/backgrounds coming into contact with one another & potentially experiencing
impact of culture
Pupilometrics
Gender communication
Perception checking
57
Eye contact with a customer should be made frequently and held for at least 30 seconds
False
True
58
The rate at which the human brain processes information is called _____
congruence
listening gap
rate of speech
thought speed
59
Which of the following is an element of an interpersonal communication model?
Conflict
Noise
Negative communication
Aggressive service
60
Which of the following is true of service providers who are good listeners?
They are attentive to their ustomers and strive to understand their needs
They tend to be emotionally involved in interactions with customers
They are apathetic to the concerns of their customers
Apply their subjective opinions & judgments when conversing with customers
61
Which of the following is a viable way to generate meaningful responses from customers?
Ask indirect questions
Ask directive questions that are neutrally phrased
Use critical questions
Ask customers how you can serve them better
62
Which of the following is true of the circadian rhythm
It is a psychological cycle
It is a 12-hour pattern that depends on lunar cycles
It is a constant rhythm that exists throughout the day
It establishes a person's peak performance periods
63
____ refers to the manner or clarity in which verbal message are delivered
Pupilometrics
Proxemics
Malapropism
Articulation
64
the process of correcting something that has not gone as promised involving provision of a product to a customer
Product placement
Service breakdown
Product positionoing
Service recovery
65
To deliver quality service effectively, a service provider must _________
deal with the human being first
deal with the needs of the business first
rush in to solve the problem
deal with the customer's business concerns first
66
The scientific study of relationships between signs, symbols and words and their meaning is called _______
proxemics
body language
paralanguage
semantics
67
As a service provider, the key element in making your customer interactions successful is____
to communicate only with those who know you best
to realize that everyone you know is uncomfortable w/giving you feedback
to realize that you are the most important element in the situation
to recognize how you communicate by asking those who know you for feedback