According to Your Textbook, When Using Statistics in a Speech

question 132

Multiple Choice

According to your textbook, when using statistics in a speech, you should

• A) use as many statistics as possible.
• B) identify the sources of your statistics.
• C) manipulate the statistics so they support your point.
• D) use exact numbers rather than rounding off.
• E) gradually increase the volume of your voice.

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Definitions:

ET

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Caterpillar CX

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