Question

Which of the following is an example of using nonverbal communication to accent or complement verbal communication?
a.
smiling while recounting an experience you found amusing
b.
clapping after a performance, yelling/cheering during a sporting event
c.
holding a finger over your mouth to ‘shhh’ someone, nodding your head to say yes
d.
holding up a hand to indicate you do not wish to be interrupted or to stop communication



Please select the best answer from the choices provided


A
B
C
D

Answer 1

A

Smiling while telling an amusing story complements and reinforces the verbal message, so (a) is the best choice.