Martha presented a speech about the proper diet for energy and well-being. When discussing various foods that boost one's energy, she quoted Dr. Paula Jacobs, a medical researcher who had conducted numerous studies on the matter

Her use of Dr. Jacobs'
statements constituted use of ____.
A) personal testimony
B) lay testimony
C) expert testimony
D) prestige testimony


C

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A major difference between being the subject of a subpoena and a search warrant is that ______.

a. there is no difference; you must immediately comply with both b. there is no difference; you can file a motion to quash both c. you can challenge the search warrant in court but must immediately comply with a subpoena d. you can challenge the subpoena in court but must immediately comply with a search warrant

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Queer theory and performative theory are both examples of which type of theory of gender?

a. critical b. sociobiology c. biological d. cognitive development e. symbolic interactionist

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When peers challenge the hate speech of others

a. the offenders typically respond with defensiveness. b. the number of degrading messages tend to increase. c. the number of degrading messages tend to decrease. d. they are encouraging more hate speech. e. nothing changes.

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Which of the following is a maintenance need of a problem-solving small group?

A. reducing interpersonal tension in the group B. helping the group reach consensus on a final decision C. presenting an oral report for the group D. keeping the discussion on track E. setting the agenda of each meeting

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