The Second Tier of the Public Speaking Pyramid Focuses On

question 8

Multiple Choice

The second tier of the public speaking pyramid focuses on:

• A)writing a conclusion.
• B)rehearsing the speech.
• C)integrating visual aids into the speech.
• D)preparing the speech.
• E)choosing a purpose for the speech.

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Definitions:

Variable Expenses

Costs that vary directly with the level of output or activity, such as materials and labor.

Operating Income

The profit realized from a business's operations after subtracting operating expenses from the gross profit.

Contribution Format

An income statement format that separates fixed and variable costs to highlight the contribution margin.

Variable Expense Ratio

A metric that compares variable expenses (costs that change with production levels) to total sales, indicating how much revenue is consumed by variable costs.