A vague term or phrase that is used to cover the real, underlying meaning of an idea is called a _________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


euphemism

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A factorial design for a study must have at least two factors or independent variables

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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In the case of Securities and Exchange Commission v. Texas Gulf Sulphur the corporation could be prosecuted despite the First Amendment because its news releases were

a. political speech. b. vulgar speech. c. financial-related expression. d. incitements to violence.

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The effective speaker will especially read the audience's __________ cues, such as nodding of the head or confused looks, to assist in the speech's presentation

Fill in the blanks with correct word

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What linguistic device is found in this statement, "Now is the time for determination, decisiveness, and dedication"?

a. Antithesis b. Alliteration c. Repetition d. Parallelism

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