Which the following is a characteristic of nonverbal language?
A) Its meaning is culturally based
B) Its meaning is universal
C) It's a component in all forms of communication
D) It is extremely easy to control
E) It conveys very little meaning

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Nonverbal language, such as body language and facial expressions, vary in meaning across different cultures. Gesture that is acceptable and understood in one culture may be interpreted differently or deemed inappropriate in another.

Answer: C 
 Nonverbal language is a significant component in all forms of communication, including face-to-face conversations, phone calls, and even text messages. It can convey messages that supplement, illustrate, contradict or replace verbal messages.

Answer: D 
 Nonverbal language can be challenging to control because it often reflects a person's emotional state and is generally unconscious. People may try to mask or suppress their nonverbal cues because different facial expressions, body position, and gestures have different meanings that communicate messages to others, and they may want to avoid conveying those messages.

Answer: E 
 This option can be eliminated because nonverbal language conveys a lot of meaning, such as tone of voice, posture, facial expressions, and eye contact.

Which the Following Is a Characteristic of Nonverbal Language