In the basic communication model, when someone puts an idea into a message, he or she is ________ it, or expressing it in words or images.

A) encoding
B) decoding
C) abstracting
D) indexing

Encoding

The process of converting information or data into a particular form, often for storage, transmission, or encryption purposes.

Decoding

The process of interpreting and understanding communication signals or symbols.

Abstracting

The process of summarizing or condensing a larger piece of information into a brief overview or abstract.