Filler words like "uh," "umm," and "you know" distract listeners. These fillers are known as ________

Fill in the blanks with correct word


vocalized pauses

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________ occurs when individuals inadvertently discriminate in applying policies that are not inherently biased

a. Sexist discrimination b. Unconscious discrimination c. Blind discrimination d. Invisible hand discrimination e. Hidden discrimination

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Radio stations are programmed using 24-hour scheduling

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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When responding to sexual harassment, you should talk to the harasser

a. true b. false

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You are examining small group interactions and identifying how complete utterances perform particular functions. What is your unit of analysis?

a. The thought unit b. The theme c. The time interval d. The speech act

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