When Nigel used a "thumbs up" gesture in his speech to indicate enthusiasm, he was surprised to see anger on a few faces in the audience. Later, he learned that this is considered a rude gesture in some countries. Nigel forgot about the _____ nature of nonverbal communication.
A) ambiguous
B) culture bound
C) continuous
D) rule-governed

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The scenario highlights the importance of considering cultural variations in nonverbal communication. The fact that Nigel's thumbs up gesture was considered rude in some cultures suggests that nonverbal communication is culture-bound, meaning that different cultures attach different meanings to nonverbal cues.

When Nigel Used a "Thumbs Up" Gesture in His Speech