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Communication is very important for all beings. Animals and humans use their own separate languages ________(1)________ communicate with one another because no one can survive without ________(2)________. Communication skills are a part of the spoken and written language. These are the extra factors, which complete a communication process.

Communication refers to the exchange of thoughts and ideas to convey information. Communication is a two-way street that ________(3)________ vocalization as well as gesticulation. The purpose of communication is to convey one’s beliefs, ideas, thoughts, or needs with clarity to reach a consensus or a mutually acceptable solution.

The importance of communication skills cannot be underestimated. It ________(4)________ been known, that long before when language was yet to be invented, people used hand gestures, body language, etc to converse with one another. Good communication skills are necessary for all walks of life. The lack of effective communication skills has ________(5)________ negative impact on the personal as well as professional life of a person.