Outline the various tasks that a meeting leader must perform.

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(1) The leader must call the group together by finding out when everyone can meet. (2) The leader should develop an agenda for the meeting. (3) The leader should determine if a quorum will be present at the meeting so that business can be conducted. (4) To start the meeting, the leader will call the meeting to order. (5) The leader will either keep notes or delegate another attendee to take notes during the meeting. These notes might be made visible to others during the meeting to help create structure. (6) The leader will decide when to take a vote if one is necessary. (7) The leader will prepare a final report of the meeting once it is completed.

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Match the following words with their textbook definitions, from Chapter 6

_____ Information sources that have a history of presenting valid and accurate information. _____ Information that can be verified (proven as true). _____ Information sources that attempt to present unbiased information and often include a balanced discussion of controversial issues. _____ Individual index cards that identify information speakers may cite (refer to) during their speech. _____ Your experience or education that qualifies you to speak with authority on a specific topic. _____ Any information that clarifies, explains, or otherwise adds depth or breadth to a topic. _____ Information sources that report factual information.

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Stereotypes are harmful when they become rationalizations for treating others unfairly

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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The various job titles used in the PR field help to clearly explain what public relations people actually do

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The rhetorical tradition of communication criticism defines communication as identification

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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