When Tami Introduced the New University President to a Group

question 14

Multiple Choice

When Tami introduced the new university president to a group odistinguished alumni, she closed her remarks by saying, "You folks are really going to like this new Prez." Afterward, the event organizer told Tami that in the future she should use more formal language when speaking on such an occasion. Which othe following statements best describes Tami's error?

• A) She did not use language denotatively.
• B) She did not language personably.
• C) She did not language referentially.
• D) She did not use language appropriately.
• E) She did not use language stylistically.

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Definitions:

Voluminous

Describing something as having great volume or size, or being very lengthy or detailed.

Passive Listening

Listening to someone without giving active feedback, often resulting in missing important details or nuances.

Acceptance

The act of receiving or agreeing to something offered or proposed with a positive attitude.

Extra Hours

Additional hours worked beyond the usual or scheduled working time, often eligible for overtime compensation.