Question

julia uses her hands to give directions to a store while simultaneously telling cindy how to get there. this nonverbal function, which clarifies meaning, is referred to as ________.

○ contradicting
○ regulating
○ complementing
○ substituting

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• "Contradicting" means nonverbal and verbal messages conflict, which is not the case here.
• "Regulating" involves controlling the flow of conversation (e.g., nodding to keep talking), not clarifying meaning.
• "Complementing" is when nonverbal communication adds to or clarifies the verbal message. Julia’s hand gestures (nonverbal) clarify her verbal directions, so this fits.
• "Substituting" is using nonverbal to replace verbal (e.g., waving instead of saying "hello"), which isn’t what’s happening here.

Answer:

complementing