Even though Darryl is in his thirties, he still calls his former kindergarten teacher Mrs. Irvin, despite her urging him to call her Elaine. Darryl is exhibiting ______.

a. reification
b. muting
c. negative contagion
d. code switching


b. muting

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What is the difference between jargon and gobbledygook? ________

Fill in the blank with correct word

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When deliberating with others, you must be completely objective, ridding yourself of all bias

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Researching should never make a speaker change their position.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which element of the conclusion reminds listeners of the response the speaker wants from them?

A. summarizing the end B. gaining the audience's favor C. signaling the end D. making a final appeal

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