How do men and women generally differ in their communication styles in organizational settings?
A)Women are usually more sensitive than men to the listener's nonverbal cues.
B)Men are more likely than women to communicate to strengthen relationships.
C)Women are more likely than men to give advice quickly and frequently.
D)Men and women differ in all of these ways.
E)Men and women do not differ in their communication styles.

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Studies have shown that women are typically more attuned to nonverbal cues such as facial expressions and tone of voice. They are also more likely to use nonverbal communication themselves, such as nodding or making eye contact to signal active listening.

Answer: B
 Research has found that men are more likely to use communication to establish social status and assertiveness, while women tend to use communication to build relationships and create connections. Men may also use more competitive language and interrupt others more frequently.

Answer: C
 There is no evidence to suggest that women give advice more quickly or frequently than men.

Therefore, the best choices are A and B.

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