Question 38

This is an example of artifacts in nonverbal communication.

Artifacts refer to the physical objects or accessories that communicate messages about a person’s identity or attributes. In this case, Kelly’s glasses serve as an artifact that influences how others perceive her intelligence.

A) Paralanguage

Paralanguage involves the vocal elements that accompany speech, such as tone, pitch, and volume. It does not pertain to physical objects or accessories, making it an incorrect choice for this scenario.

B) Artifacts

Artifacts are the physical items or accessories that individuals use to convey messages about themselves. Kelly's glasses are an example of an artifact, as they affect how colleagues perceive her intelligence, making this the correct answer.

C) Kinesics

Kinesics refers to body language, including gestures, posture, and facial expressions. While body language can influence perceptions, it does not encompass the use of physical objects like glasses, rendering this option inaccurate in the context of the question.

D) Haptics

Haptics involves communication through touch, such as handshakes or hugs. Since this does not relate to the use of objects like glasses, it is not applicable in this situation.

Conclusion

The correct answer is artifacts, as they encompass the physical items that influence perceptions, such as Kelly's glasses. The other options—paralanguage, kinesics, and haptics—are types of nonverbal communication that do not involve physical objects, thus failing to capture the essence of the example provided.