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Which of the following is NOT a necessary element of the basic definition of communication as exchange of information?
A written document is not a necessary element of communication. The basic requirements are a sender, a message and a receiver. The message may be oral, written or non-verbal, so writing is just one of several possible forms and not essential.
- AA sender
- BA receiver
- CA message
- DA written documentCorrect
Explanation
Communication needs a sender, a message and a receiver. A written document is only one possible form; communication can also be oral or non-verbal, such as a phone call or gesture.
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