Which of the following statements concerning communication apprehension is true?
a) Gaining experience helps to reduce communication apprehension.
b) Public speaking is the rarest of communication apprehensions.
c) The less you prepare, the less apprehension you will experience.
d) Setting unrealistic expectations eases communication apprehension.
Answer: a
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