Your text suggests that listening is an essential skill in the office and in the medical profession. Provide another example of an occupation in which listening is important, and explain why.

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary, but students should provide an example of an appropriate occupation and demonstrate knowledge of the benefits of good listening.

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Some of the forces moving the United States toward the development of ______ cultures are the replacement of the old industrial heartland with new economic centers, integration, equal rights, and immigration eroding the homogeneity of the population.

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

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In the Hazelwood case, the Supreme Court made which of the following rulings about high school newspapers?

A. They could be censored only when they invade the privacy of “a teacher, student, or other employee of the district.” B. They are entitled to “the full protection of the First Amendment.” C. They could be censored at any time because the newspaper was part of a class and not a “public forum.” D. They are a valuable resource and should be given “as much freedom as possible without compromising discipline at the school.”

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"Have you ever had to fire anyone? If so, how did you handle it?" is an example of an experience behavioral question

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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What do most U.S.-based NGOs have in common?

a. global presence b. government operations c. PAC funding d. few volunteers

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