Asked by Kevin Hanson on Jul 31, 2024
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Men are more likely than women to try to take over the conversation using ________.
A) the outgroup homogeneity effect
B) androgyny
C) intrusive interruptions
D) body language
Intrusive Interruptions
Unwanted disturbances or disruptions in a task or activity, often causing frustration and hindrance in achieving goals.
Conversation
A verbal exchange between two or more individuals, sharing ideas, information, or feelings.
- Investigate the effect of gender on the patterns of interruption and interaction within conversations.
Verified Answer
CC
Casey CooperAug 03, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Intrusive interruptions refer to interrupting someone in the middle of their speech without waiting for their turn to speak. Studies have found that men are more likely to use intrusive interruptions compared to women, implying an attempt to dominate the conversation. The other options do not directly relate to this behavior.
Learning Objectives
- Investigate the effect of gender on the patterns of interruption and interaction within conversations.
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