Question

Based on the nonverbal messages you see in this photograph, which of the following most likely describes this person’s situation?
a.
It is late at night and this man is very tired and is getting ready for bed.
b.
This man just witnessed a horrible car accident on his way home from work.
c.
This construction worker just arrived at work to find all his tools were stolen.
d.
This man’s coworker just told him a very funny joke.

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. This man just witnessed a horrible car accident on his way home from work.

Explanation:

Nonverbal communication refers to messages conveyed through facial expressions, physical appearance, gestures, eye contact, among other elements that do not involve words.

In the case of the photograph presented it is likely this man has just witnessed a car accident (Option B) this can be inferred due to the facial expression of the man because his eyes are wide open as he has just seen something that completely caught his attention and his mouth shows what he saw was not pleasant. Therefore, the man just witnesses a horrible event; also his appearance shows he was going or returning from work due to his suit.

Answer 2

Answer: b. This man just witnessed a horrible car accident on his way home from work.

The most likely scenario is that this man just witnessed a horrible car accident on his way home from work. We can assume this because the man has a horrified expression. Moreover, he is wearing clothes that would be suitable at an office. All of the other options in the question are illogical when compared to the picture.