Explain two reasons that statistics should be used in a speech
What will be an ideal response?
The answer should include at least two of the following ideas: Statistics should be used to summarize a large amount of data, to analyze specific occurrences, to isolate trends and to calculate probability of future events. Statistics help a speaker clarify and support his or her position.
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The Hutchins Commission wanted the media to provide a context for the news as well as an account of the day's events that was all of the following EXCEPT
A) comprehensive. B) equally balanced. C) intelligent. D) truthful.
Which is, according to the textbook, NOT usually seen as an aim of informative speeches?
A) to clarify B) to change behavior C) to enlighten D) to define a concept
Matching
1) I lose, you lose. A) competing 2) I lose, you win. B) avoiding 3) We both win some and lose some. C) compromising 4) I win, you win. D) collaborating 5) I win, you lose. E) accommodating
Which of the following characteristics promotes horizontal communication?
A. Co-workers having authority over each other B. Relationships tend to be more person-focused C. Strong lines of organizational hierarchy D. Downward communication