The literal or dictionary meaning of a word is

a. connotation.
b. denotation.
c. regionalism.
d. vernacular.


b

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When you avoid eye contact or avert your glance to help maintain privacy, this is also known as

A) the facial feedback hypothesis. B) eye avoidance. C) civil inattention. D) an emblem.

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If you have determined that the audience may not be willing to listen to your ideas, you are well advised to __________

a) include as many strong issues as you can b) secure their attention early c) treat them with indifference d) use as many statistics as possible

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Our perceptions are based on __________.

A. universal meaning B. the experiences of our peer group C. our personal experiences D. the meaning assigned by our culture

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Sub-subpoints strengthen and specify subpoints

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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