Humor can have a negative effect on persuasion when:
a. it is perceived as inappropriate
b. the audience does not like the speaker
c. when the humor is too sophisticated
d. the subject matter is serious
a. it is perceived as inappropriate
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A. prepared communication B. public speaking C. unethical behavior D. common sense E. none of these choices
The text provides five goals for you to become more competent, confident, and ethical communicators
and better critical thinkers. Which of the goal represents your greatest strengths? Why? Which of the course goals requires the most self-improvement? Explain. Then, using the area to improve, write a personal goal for the semester. How will you obtain your goal? What will be an ideal response?
When responding to sexual harassment, you should first _______
a. report the action immediately without notifying the harasser b. avoid the harasser c. take some of the blame d. talk to the harasser
Our perceptions are always partial and subjective
Indicate whether the statement is true or false