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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If a person attempts to persuade a mechanic to repair their car sooner, they are using a type of __________.

A. prepared communication B. public speaking C. unethical behavior D. common sense E. none of these choices

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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?

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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

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Our perceptions are always partial and subjective

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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