Erin presents a speech in which she defines "theory" and describes several goals of theoretical research. Erin's presentation would be classified as a(n) ________

What will be an ideal response?


descriptive speech

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Which of the following statements is the best guideline for using gestures in a speech?

a. Useas many gestures as possible in your presentation. b. Keepyour hands clasped in front of you or in back of you. c. Everyemotion can be expressed by a particular gesture. d. Usegestures that work best for you.

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Perry, an American student, and Sun Yi, his girlfriend from Taiwan, are arguing. While Perry expresses himself loudly, Sun Yi tries a less aggressive approach. They both grow increasingly frustrated because Perry thinks that Sun Yi won't address the conflict directly, and Sun Yi thinks that Perry is behaving selfishly. What perceptual influence could be at work in this situation?

A. Primacy B. Culture C. Stereotypes D. Perceptual sets

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While writing a business letter, Monica wrote, "These roles help our group in achieving its goals." Instead, she should have written, "These roles help our group achieve its goals." What did Monica fail to do?

a) Avoid the passive voice b) Avoid impersonal construction c) Avoid using technical language d) Avoid obsequiousness

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What is consensus? Identify and explain three strategies that group members can use to

achieve a consensus. What will be an ideal response?

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