Which of the following statements are important in the context of communication?

1.The main objective is receiver understanding

2.Learning to communicate with others is key to establishing rewarding relationships

3.A message can only be deemed effective when it is understood by others and produces the intended results

4.Communication is part of the motivation function

5.Communication depends upon our basic needs

A1, 2, 4 and 5

B2, 3, 4 and 5

C1, 2, 3 and 4

D1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Explanation

All five statements are important in the context of communication.

Statement 1 holds, since the main objective is the receiver's understanding of the message.

Statement 2 holds, because learning to communicate is key to building rewarding relationships.

Statement 3 holds, as a message is effective only when understood by others and it produces the intended results.

Statement 4 holds, since communication is part of the motivation function that moves people to act.

Statement 5 holds too, because communication rests upon and serves our basic human needs.

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