Which of the following are characteristics of a listener in a communication situation?

a. A listener filters a message through a particular frame of reference.
b. A listener might give feedback to the speaker.
c. A listener and speaker will always agree about what message is communicated.


a. A listener filters a message through a particular frame of reference.
b. A listener might give feedback to the speaker.

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Section 315 of the Communications Act of 1934 ______.

a. applies only 45 days before a general election and 60 days before a primary election b. requires broadcast stations and cable systems to make equal opportunities available to legally qualified candidates for the same political office c. applies only to candidates for federal offices d. applies to print media e. requires broadcast stations and cable systems to make equal opportunities available to legally qualified candidates for the same political office and applies to print media

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Stewart was presenting information about the newest in MP3 players. In describing the

features, he covered the newest and most technical aspects of the new players. What challenges might Stewart face in making sure his audience understands the information? A) Keeping his ideas simple. B) Making his examples vivid. C) Including enough technical terminology. D) Including enough technical examples.

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Calvin is preparing to give a speech in his personality development class. He wants to know if the members in his audience smoke or not. However, he does not want to ask them directly because he wants his speech topic to be a surprise. He is also unsure if they will answer honestly. In this scenario, Calvin could obtain this information by _____.

a. conducting a school-wide survey b. asking a representative c. informally observing them d. reviewing statistical data on the Internet

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Which of the following statements is false?

A. Mediation takes many different forms in different contexts. B. Children can be effectively trained as mediators. C. Mediators need to be content experts in the area of dispute. D. The mediator's job is not to advocate solely on behalf of one of the parties. E. Mediators need to be masters of the process.

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