Nonverbal sensitivity refers to which of the following?

• A. The speed of our speech
• B. Eye contact frequency
• C. How accurately we encode and decode communication
• D. The topics we discuss

Answer: (C)

Nonverbal sensitivity is about how accurately you perceive and interpret others’ nonverbal cues and how effectively you express your own nonverbal signals. It includes reading facial expressions, gestures, posture, tone, and other subtle signals, and making sure your nonverbal messages align with what you intend to convey. This is why the best choice is the one that describes encoding and decoding nonverbal communication. It’s not about how fast you talk, how often you make eye contact, or the topics you discuss—those relate to verbal speed, a single behavior, or content, not your sensitivity to nonverbal meaning.