Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the efficiency and effectiveness of encoding and decoding?
A)Whether both parties have a similar "codebook."
B)The extent to which both parties have similar mental models.
C)The parties' familiarity with the message topic.
D)The sender and receiver's proficiency with the communication channel
E)The gender of the sender or receiver.

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The gender of the sender or receiver is not a factor that influences the efficiency and effectiveness of encoding and decoding. The other factors listed (having a similar "codebook," similar mental models, familiarity with the message topic, and proficiency with the communication channel) all play a role in how well a message is conveyed and understood.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Factor That Influences