JAMB Commerce 2006 Question 3

Question 3

Communication

Use the diagram below to answer the question.
(Diagram: Sender → Y → X → Feedback, with a dashed line from Feedback back to Sender.)
In the communication process, Y represents

Diagram for this question
  1. A.the encoder
  2. B.the medium
  3. C.the initiator
  4. D.noise.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (the medium)

Explanation

Y lies between the sender and the receiver, so it is the medium (channel) that carries the message.