All of the following statements about communication apprehension are true EXCEPT that:

a. we experience anxiety when we're being evaluated
b. there is nothing that can be done for people who experience speaking anxiety
c. 95% of Americans have some speaking anxiety
d. anxiety about speaking in public can be helpful


b. there is nothing that can be done for people who experience speaking anxiety

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The framing device that allows sexual harassment to be accepted or justified as "the way things are" is called ________________.

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

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Phrases such as "I came to this view because…" or "Because of that experience, I began to see this issue as…" are examples of using invitational language to communicate to your listeners that you value them and only are trying to explain your view and not impose it on others

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Javi attends a political debate held at his school. The first candidate to speak is someone from the opposing political party. Although Javi does not care for the candidate, the topic at hand is something important to him. Which listening strategy should Javi utilize in this situation?

A) listen mindfully B) be a selfish listener C) practice listening D) become an active listener

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Toni tells his Chinese friend Guiwen that he should not be angry about the perceived superficial friendliness of many Americans without first understanding the cultural context of their behavior. Toni has taken a(n) ________ position of ethics.

A. universalist B. nonjudgmental C. relativist D. explanatory

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