List at least three types of information can be used as an attention getter in the introduction of a speech. Give an example of one of the types.

What will be an ideal response?


The attention getter may be a statistic, an example, a rhetorical question, a reference to the past, a quotation, or anything that will draw the attention of the audience. An example of a startling statistic is, "A recent survey by Smith & Watson discovered that more than 70% of all employees do not use their vacation days.”

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A. mission statement B. core values C. customer value proposition D. protocol E. marketing program

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When team members establish rapport, share information openly and honestly, and feel valued, the team experiences

A) a collaborative climate B) clear goals C) a commitment to excellence D) outside recognition

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______ group practices power based on a model of personal authority, empowerment, or reciprocal empowerment.

A. Men B. Women C. Minorities D. Elderly people

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Products Uno, Dos, Tres, and Quatro have contribution margins of $2, $3, $4, and $5, respectively, and require 1.5, 2, 2.5, and 3 machine hours per unit, respectively. Assuming that all units produced could be sold and that total machine hours per month are limited, on which product should the company concentrate its efforts?

a. Dos b. Quatro c. Uno d. Tres

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