Julie and Ed are watching a political debate on television. Julie, a Democrat, is appalled at the lack of civility the challenger is showing his opponent. She perceives him as rude and arrogant. Ed, who normally votes Republican, is elated that his choice is self-assured and communicating confidence. Why would Julie and Ed interpret the same behavior so differently?
A) Ed and Julie are having difficulty with the psychological climate
B) Julie and Ed are using different channels of communication
C) Ed is bothered by external noise
D) Julie and Ed share different frames of reference

Question

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Julie and Ed likely have different frames of reference based on their political beliefs and values. This can cause them to interpret the same behavior differently. Julie's Democratic values may cause her to see the challenger's behavior as rude and arrogant, while Ed's Republican values may cause him to see the behavior as confident and self-assured.

Julie and Ed Are Watching a Political Debate on Television