Dexter is delivering a presentation on a new project that is perceived as risky by some members of his audience. He opens his presentation with the following words: "Nothing ventured, nothing gained." This is an example of capturing attention by __________.

A. stating a fact
B. telling an anecdote
C. quoting a familiar saying
D. sharing a secret


Answer: C. quoting a familiar saying

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A feasibility study is conducted to determine:

a. if funds are available for the proposed project b. the scope of the problem c. user requirements for the proposed system d. if outsourcing might solve this problem

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A retailer is concerned about such issues as tradeoffs between faster delivery times from suppliers and higher shipping costs and support from suppliers in storing merchandise. These issues concern _____

a. store security b. inventory management c. crisis management d. outsourcing

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Employees are entitled to overtime pay at one-and-a-half times their regular pay rate, for hours worked in excess of ________ hours per workweek

a. thirty b. fifty c. sixty d. forty

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