Marcus uses communication accommodation theory to connect with audiences. That theory encourages which of the following behaviors?

A. making sure that his speech uses correct subject-verb agreement throughout
B. checking his pronouns to make sure they agree in number with the nouns they replace
C. double checking the connotations of each new term that he uses
D. learning a few examples of appropriate jargon when speaking to a group of specialists


Answer: D

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