Rogers (2003) identified five qualities that influence the rate and likelihood of an innovation being adopted. The first is ______.

A. relative advantage
B. compatibility
C. trialability
D. observability


A. relative advantage

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When Randy presented his speech about Colorado legalizing the recreational use of

marijuana, he quoted one of its U.S. Representatives, reading word-for-word off of his note card the representative's words: "We are going to serve as a model to the nation. We're getting it off the street corners and behind the counters. We are going to see tremendous revenue and job creation and a safe, legal high for those who wish to partake." How will his audience likely react to his reading this information to them? In other words, how will they likely perceive his behavior? A) They will perceive that he is overly careful, ultimately diminishing his ethos. B) They will perceive that he is concerned with accuracy and precision. C) They will perceive that he has inadequately rehearsed his presentation. D) They will perceive that he doubts the information and can't look them in the eye.

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When a question doesn't make an assumption or force the interviewee into answering, but allows the interviewee to choose from a range of responses, the interviewer is trying to

a. ask an unbiased question. b. avoid an unlawful question. c. convey an honest assessment. d. elicit a general response.

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A sectional analytical montage must follow the cause/effect order of

the original event.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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_________ references are usually made at weddings, birthday parties, and dedications

A) Personal B) Historical C) Occasion D) Recent event

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