We know that the communication cycle is complete only after the ________ step has been taken.

A) action
B) decoding
C) ideation
D) encoding

Communication Cycle

The process involving a series of steps by which a message is sent from one individual, processed by another, and potentially feedback is given, ensuring mutual understanding.

Decoding

The process of understanding a message; the receiver interprets the message and translates it into meaningful information.

Ideation

The creative process of generating, developing, and communicating new ideas, whether abstract or concrete.