Why You Shouldn't Answer Your Own QuestionThe unwritten rule of conversational turn-taking.
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Hidden Codes of ConductDiscover the psychological reasons why answering your own question in a conversation can feel so frustrating to others. This behavior breaks a fundamental social contract, shifting a dialogue into a monologue and altering the power dynamics between speakers. It's not just impatience; it's a violation of conversational cooperation.
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