Question

bridging differences
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\i dont want to get to know her better, we just dont have anything in common!\
which communication barrier does this statement reflect?
a. ethnocentrism
b. assuming differences
c. avoiding stereotypes
d. jumping to conclusions

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option a: Ethnocentrism is viewing one's own culture as superior, not about assuming no common ground. Eliminate.
• Option b: The statement assumes differences (no common ground) without exploring, matching "assuming differences".
• Option c: Avoiding stereotypes is positive, opposite of the statement. Eliminate.
• Option d: Jumping to conclusions is more about hasty judgments, but here it's assuming differences exist. So b is better.

Answer:

b. assuming differences