The effort to sway public opinion through the use of half-truths or by putting narrow interests ahead of broader ones is known as ________

A) spinning
B) persuasion
C) manipulation
D) puffery
E) public relations


Answer: C

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Which of the following is true of an acceptance speech? a. It should be brief

b. All of these choices. c. It should demonstrate gratitude. d. It should be well planned.

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Which of the following statements could be considered self-disclosure?

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Your manner of presenting a speech--through your voice, body and language--forms your style of

________. Fill in the blanks with correct word

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