You innocently ask a friend how she did on her quiz yesterday and she lashes out at you for making fun of her. By doing so, your friend is exhibiting

A. egocentric behavior.
B. personal bias.
C. multitasking.
D. defensiveness.


Answer: D

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Remy is a graduate student at Miner University. She is preparing a presentation for her class on the factors influencing addiction to alcohol in low-income families. Which of the following should she keep in mind to help her audience clearly understand the causes of alcohol addiction?

A) ?She should use long sentences in her speech.
B) ?She should use complex words in order to appear more confident.
C) ?She should use singular personal pronouns.
D) ?She should use rhetorical figures of speech.

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In the United States, the ________ is the government agency charged with regulating all nongovernmental use of television and radio.

A. Parental Advisory Council B. Federal Communications Commission C. Federal Trade Commission D. Supreme Court

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When you experience anxiety before public speaking, accept having the feeling and know that

you are normal. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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