Skepticism, as defined by the text, is equivalent to

A. rejection of new ideas.
B. sour negativity.
C. cynicism.
D. open-minded inquiry.


Answer: D

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Proponents of ODR argue there are important contributions made by this process, except:

a. it makes a completely new process possible. b. it makes possible to involve large numbers of individuals in a dispute resolution process. c. technology enhances distance between the parties. d. it engages parties in early dispute resolution before the conflict has escalated.

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How do speeches presented in "real-world" settings compare to those presented in

the classroom? A) Citizens in a public forum are less interested in where you got your information or how carefully you prepared. B) Since you are merely learning to speak in the classroom, you need not be as careful in your preparations or your research. C) The classroom setting presents higher expectations, since you must convince a highly educated audience to accept your viewpoint. D) In either setting you have an obligation to know what you're talking about and to take the time to prepare your speech carefully.

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Provide an example of non-evaluative communication and explain.

What will be an ideal response?

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Hierarchical charts are means that organizations formalize ____

A) constitutive rules. B) ritualistic rules. C) regulative rules. D) hierarchical rules. E) organizational rules.

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