The K of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G Mnemonic Refers to the Mood

question 5

Multiple Choice

The K of Dell Hymes' S-P-E-A-K-I-N-G mnemonic refers to the mood or spirit in which communication takes place. This is called the

• A)key.
• B)kinesics.
• C)kiosk.
• D)knowledge.

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Definitions:

Portfolio

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Proportion

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Two-Asset Portfolio

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Standard Deviation

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