What term signifies the standard of judgment used to decide an argument?

a. stock issues
b. disadvantages
c. contention
d. criteria


d. criteria

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The conception of time may influence our communication behaviour. Many Western cultures tend to think of time as a long ribbon stretched out in a progressive linear path, having a beginning and an end. Adherence to schedule is important. Which time orientation does this compartmentalization of time best characterize?

A. Polychronic. B. Chronemic. C. Scientific. D. Monochronic

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According to the PRSA code of conduct, what is the benefit of avoiding conflicts of interest?

a. protecting confidential information b. building trust with clients and publics c. upholding organizational rules and policies d. facilitating corporate social responsibility

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Barbara and George have been married for several years. George has learned that when

Barbara wants to talk, he needs to eliminate distractions. So, when she comes into the bedroom after having attended the school board meeting and starts talking, he turns off the TV, even though it's a show he has been waiting to see, and devotes all his attention to her. Which strategy for escalating and maintaining a relationship is George employing? A) expressing emotions B) engaging in relationship talk C) monitoring his perceptions D) listening actively and responding effectively

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Sans has the same meaning in French as in English but is pronounced differently due to ____________ rules.

a. pragmatic b. syntactic c. phonological d. semantic

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