Which of the Following Individuals Would Be Most Likely to Support

question 213

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals would be most likely to support a balanced budget amendment to the constitution?

• A)"Christmas is when children ask Santa Claus for things and their parents pay for them.Deficits is when adults ask government for things and their children pay for them." -Richard Lamm
• B)"In a boom, inflation can be caused by allowing unlimited credit to support excited enthusiasm of business speculators.But in a slump government expenditure is the only sure means of obtaining quickly a rising output." -J.M.Keynes
• C)"If we face a recession we should not lay off employees.Employees are not guilty; why should they suffer?" -Akio Morita
• D)"Underbalancing the budget during a depression is not primarily a deliberate policy but a practical necessity." -Gunnar Myrdal

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Definitions:

Indirect Approach

A communication strategy where the main points are not stated directly at the beginning but are introduced gradually.

Bad News

Information that is unwelcome, distressing, or disappointing to the recipient, similar to negative messages but often more personal or impactful.

Audience Shock

A reaction from the audience characterized by surprise, disbelief, or dismay, often caused by unexpected information or the manner in which it's presented.

Indirect Approach

A communication strategy that addresses the main point or issue at the end of the message, often used to soften bad news.