List and explain three questions speakers should ask themselves when critically evaluating examples

What will be an ideal response?


Answers should include: Representativeness--is it typical, representative, or probable? Sufficiency -- are enough cases represented? Truth -- did or could something like it have happened?

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Marie is a customer relationship executive at Freemont Inc For the first six months, she struggled to communicate with her colleagues. She faced difficulties while interacting with clients, and was not as effective as her coworkers

Later, upon the suggestion of experts, Marie started reading journals and newspapers, writing down new words, and improving her vocabulary. What is the intention behind Marie's actions? a) To use language effectively while communicatin b) To avoid jargon while communicating c) To give directives for the accomplishment of tasks d) To choose the setting for communication

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The term sexual preference is preferred over the term sexual orientation

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A speaker is using platitudes when he or she __________.

A. breaks down a speech into multiple parts to address different age groups B. assumes that everyone in the audience has the same values C. uses buzzwords that have no content related to the topic D. assesses the demographics of the audience

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Input from all members of a group must be discouraged as not all members have valuable perspectives

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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