The act of restating information in a person's own words in an easier format geared toward his or her audience is known as

a. restating.
b. paraphrasing.
c. quoting.
d. summarizing.


Answer: b

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a. media possess information that is relevant and cannot be obtained elsewhere without greater harm to First Amendment interests b. media possess information that is vital to the trial c. media possess information that will expedite the investigation and prosecution of serious crimes d. information sought is covered by privilege under the First Amendment

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When a speaker mentions the author, date of publication, and title of a source in the speech,

the speaker is giving a(n) ________ ________. Fill in the blanks with correct word

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Constructive conflict is characterized by high concern for self and high concern for the other

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A culture that exists within a larger cultural context is called a(n) __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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