Nonverbal behaviors that reinforce the content of a verbal message with gestures are called
A) accompanying behavior
B) accenting behavior
C) complementing behaviors
D) substituting behavior

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Complementing behaviors reinforce the content of a verbal message with nonverbal gestures that add emphasis or clarity to the meaning. They do not substitute for verbal communication, but rather enhance or support it. Accompanying behaviors are nonverbal cues that occur naturally alongside verbal communication, while accenting behaviors are gestures that add emphasis or emotion to a message. Substituting behaviors are nonverbal cues that replace verbal communication entirely.

Nonverbal Behaviors That Reinforce the Content of a Verbal Message