The director of HR decides that he is unsatisfied with the use of the word "policeman" in the job listing and decides to change the word from "policeman" to "police officer." This statement best demonstrates that language
A) can be metaphorical.
B) can be sexist.
C) can be gender-inclusive.
D) can clarify meaning.
E) can express commonalities.
C
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A. to inform B. to introduce C. to entertain D. to persuade
What type of listening seeks to find the meaning and relevance of what's being said?
a. passive listening b. active listening c. expressive listening d. critical listening
When Martha Stuart appeared on NBC's Today Show to explain to audiences at home how to prepare an omelet, she delivered one type of persuasive speech:
the demonstration. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Vice Presidential nominee, Sandy Smith, has been selected to give the University's convocation address at graduation. You live in a town where the Panther brand of car was formerly made, but they just moved their operations overseas
The Vice Presidential nominee arrives in a Panther. What has the speaker overlooked about the audience? A. demographics B. psychographics C. rhetorographics D. political affiliation