Question

Juan arrives at the clinic 40 minutes late for his follow-up visit. With a great deal of gestures and mannerisms, he explains that the fog and rain delayed him. Which communication context style has Juan demonstrated?

Answer 1

Which communication context style has Juan demonstrated?

Answer: High-context.

High-context communication is the one that includes: body language and gestures as the primary means of communication, and the intention of the message is often implicit. In contrast with low-context communication, which is known for its use of spoken language to deliver or convey a message. 

In the example, Juan tried to illustrate his late arrival with the use of common features of high-context communication: mannerisms, nonverbal communication, and body language.