The cultural rules that govern communication are ________

a. easily overcome
b. explicitly stated
c. implicit
d. universal


C

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Groups, whether they are face-to-face or online, can experience conflict

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Sam has to give a speech to a group of college students

He chooses the topic of Medicare reform because the topic has recently been in the news, and he believes his audience will have some familiarity with the subject.  To his surprise, the audience seems bored by his remarks. Sam?s main problem seems to be A) he did not choose a topic that was interesting to him. B) he did not take the composition of his audience into account. C) he did not do enough research about the topic. D) he chose a topic that was too technical for his audience to understand.

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What are some of the causes of public speaking stress?

a. Having the wrong objectives b. Trying to please everyone c. Being over prepared d. All of the above

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