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Communication Accommodation Theory (CAT) provides a useful framework for examining the dynamics of patient-practitioner communication and has a particular relevance for comparing language-discrepant and language congruent communication. In theoretical terms, what does CAT proposes?Â
 a.Speakers attempt to diverge their manner of speaking, to accomplish important social goals around attaining social approval, identity, and so on.Â
b.The extent to which speakers over-talk reflects the need for communication efficiency. Â
c.Convergence is viewed as positive and normative. Â
d.Convergence in manner of speaking reflects a specific intention to do so, and is normally perceived negatively.
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