Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Practice – Question1551

In person-to-person communication, messages are sent on verbal levels and nonverbal levels simultaneously. As a general rule, what percentage of the message actually is sent through nonverbal cues?


A.
5 percent to 15 percent
B. 20 percent to 30 percent
C. 40 percent to 50 percent
D. Greater than 50 percent

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Explanation:
Nonverbal cues can be divided into four categories: physical, aesthetic, signs, and symbols. Many studies have demonstrated that most messages are conveyed through such nonverbal cues as facial expression, touch, and body motion, rather than through the
words spoken.