Question

question 10 of 15
which group member is showing effective nonverbal communication in a group discussion?

a. vai decides to ignore a suggestion by susana because he wants to avoid pointing out the flaws in her idea.

b. vanessa sits up straight and moves her eyes from person to person as she lays out the plans theyve all agreed to.

c. lakshmi slumps back in her chair and folds her arms to show tom that he can talk for as long as he needs.

d. cleo tells james that she loves his idea and then offers a suggestion for how they could add it to the project.

Explanation:

Effective nonverbal communication in group discussions includes open, engaged body language and inclusive eye contact that signals attentiveness and respect for all members. Option A is avoidance (ineffective), Option C shows closed, disinterested body language (ineffective), Option D is verbal communication (not nonverbal). Option B uses upright posture and scanning eye contact, which are positive nonverbal cues for group engagement.

Answer:

B. Vanessa sits up straight and moves her eyes from person to person as she lays out the plans they've all agreed to.