Multiple choice

Which communication theory includes the belief that all individuals interact based on rules that are expected to be followed while engaging in communication?

  1. Relational dialectics theory

  2. Symbolic interaction

  3. Uncertainty reduction theory

  4. Social exchange theory

  5. Coordinated management of meaning
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Explanation

Coordinated management of meaning is a theory assuming that two individuals engaging in an interaction are each constructing their own interpretation and perception behind what a conversation means. A core assumption within this theory includes the belief that all individuals interact based on rules that are expected to be followed while engaging in communication. Individuals within any social situation first want to understand what is going on and apply rules to figure things out.

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