During a recent conversation, Alexis observed Patricia making a nonverbal gesture that she could not interpret. Later, she asked Patricia what she had really meant. Which strategy was Alexis using to get the information?

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Jasmine Beltran

8 November, 06:35

During a recent conversation, Alexis observed Patricia making a nonverbal gesture that she could not interpret. Later, she asked Patricia what she had really meant. Which strategy was Alexis using to get the information?

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Sean Gallagher · Answer 1

The answer is perception checking.

Explanation:

Perception checking occurs when a person asks for clarification about an ambiguous piece of communication. For example, a co-worker might have rolled his eyes when you asked him about a meeting. Your interpretation could be: a) he was annoyed at your question, or b) he was thinking about it. Perception checking would occur if you asked him what he meant. "Hey, I saw your roll your eyes when I asked you about the meeting. Did I make you upset?".