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Functions of Communication
1 Regulation/Control-This function is has the function
of managing the behavior of others.
2 Social Interaction-Social interaction always allow
people to be connected with one another
-The most familiar and the primary reason why people
communicate
3 Motivation-The speaker’ purpose here is to persuade
or try to persuade another person to change his/her
opinion, attitude, or behavior.
-The most purposive function of communication.
4 Information-This function is used when the speaker
wants to make others aware of certain data, concepts,
and processes or knowledge that may be useful to the
audience.
-The most basic function of communication.
5 Emotional Expression-The speaker appeals to the
listener’s feelings and emotions to encourage them to
act in a particular direction.