Which of the Following Is Not a Correct Guideline for Using

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a correct guideline for using humor in presentations?

• A) Avoid humor when covering very serious topics.
• B) Offensive language and singling out one ethnic group are never appropriate.
• C) "I heard a funny story the other day" is not an effective lead-in to humorous remarks.
• D) Avoid directing humor at yourself, which hurts your credibility as a speaker.
• E) Humor is most effective when it comes as a surprise to the audience.

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