Question

Ramona is talking to Dan, an acquaintance, at a local bar. He expresses romantic interest in her and she smiles, places her hand on his arm, and says "I'm not interested in you." This is an example of _____.

Answer 1

Answer: mixed message

Explanation: mixed messages are verbal or non verbal communication that are contradicting.

Ramona got a mixed message from Dan after he expressed a romantic interest in her. This is because her response was confusing and contradicting at the same time, while she smiles at Romona and put her hand on his arm which is a sign of acceptance in communication, she then verbally said she isn't interested in him.