If you interact with people in a culture that respects its elders, you may hesitate to question the views of an older person or senior official. Which observation about how effective communicators accommodate one another is represented by your hesitation?
A) Communication similarities and differences exist in all conversations.
B) The manner in which we perceive the communication of others will determine how we evaluate our interaction with others.
C) Language and behavior convey information about social status and group membership.
D) Accommodation varies in its degree of appropriateness, and norms guide the accommodation process.
E) Conversations are always adapted to others when interacting with those who are culturally unalike yourself.

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This situation represents the concept of accommodation, in which individuals adjust their communication style to fit the norms and expectations of their conversation partner. In this case, the cultural norm to respect elders and senior officials may lead to accommodation by hesitating to question their views. The appropriateness of accommodation varies based on cultural norms and expectations.

If You Interact with People in a Culture That Respects