Which step of the motivated sequence could be absent in a persuasive speech to convince?

a. the attention step
b. the need step
c. the satisfaction step
d. the action step


d. the action step

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The spiral of silence says that a vocal majority intimidates others into silence

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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As defined in the text, ________ is the verbal and nonverbal communication that takes place between two interdependent people

a. interpersonal communication b. self-disclosure c. conversation d. intrapersonal communication

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Which term refers to something that is socially constructed?

A. sex B. cognition C. gender D. anatomy

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Your friend Elizabeth is a lawyer. You think lawyers are controlling, but your friend Elizabeth is not. You argue, “Elizabeth is the exception that proves the rule” in arguing that your belief that lawyers are controlling is accurate. What potential error are you making?

a. Illogical reasoning b. Overgeneralization c. Selective observation d. Inaccurate observations

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