Isabel stands at the foot of the stairs and yells “dinner’s ready” to her kids who are upstairs. However, her kids do not hear her because they are both listening to their I-Pods. This is an example of ______.

A. unattended behavior
B. attempted communication
C. miscommunication
D. accidental communication


B. attempted communication

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What organizational pattern is used in a presentation on how to

lower car insurance premiums that covers the following advice: (a) Raise your deductible and save up to 30 percent, (b) Compare and contrast costs among insurers and save up to $500, (c) Check to see if you qualify for discounts, and (d) Report suspected fraud to your state's insurance fraud bureau?a. Memory aids b. Topical arrangement c. Problem-solution d. Comparison-contrast e. Stories and examples

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What is the major criterion for literal sound?

a. it is an energy-booster b. it is referential c. it is restricted to film d. it deals exclusively with literal narrative e. it is restricted to television

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Monotone professors have been shown to increase learning and retention

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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In a screenplay, the words spoken by characters, either on-screen or off-screen, are the ___________________________ component of the script.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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