Your boss did not respond to an email you sent and then resent. When you see her in the hallway, you mention the email, and say, "I assumed you were busy or you were waiting to see me in person to talk about my message." This is an example of
A) selective attention.
B) affect blend.
C) social exchange theory.
D) perception checking.

Question

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This is an example of perception checking because you are offering a possible interpretation of your boss's behavior (being busy or preferring to discuss in person) rather than jumping to a negative conclusion. Perception checking involves describing a situation, offering multiple interpretations, and asking for clarification to understand someone's behavior or communication better.

Your Boss Did Not Respond to an Email You Sent