Explain at least three features of public speaking that render it unique as a form of communication. 

What will be an ideal response?


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Tori is giving a speech in her economics class on health care reform. One of her main focuses is on insurance coverage for families. As she discusses that issue, she uses such terms as "spouse," "husband," and "wife" rather than the more general term "family." Several members of her audience feel dismissed and overlooked, as Tori's speech does not fully consider the demographic characteristic of

A. political orientation. B. sex and sexual orientation. C. age and facility with computer-mediated communication. D. physical and mental characteristics.

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