A Listener Observes That the Speaker Is Relying Heavily on Her

question 39

Multiple Choice

A listener observes that the speaker is relying heavily on her notes and seems tense.He concludes that the speaker doesn't know her topic.The listener is engaged in which listening stage?

• A) sensing
• B) evaluating
• C) interpreting
• D) responding

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Definitions:

Weighted-Average Method

A cost flow assumption used in inventory accounting that calculates the cost of goods sold based on an average cost of inventory items.

Cost of Goods Sold

The total cost directly linked to the production of the products sold by a company, including materials and labor.

Inventory Valuation

The method used to assign a monetary value to a company's inventory, including raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.

Retail Method

A method used to determine the value of the ending inventory using a cost-to-retail ratio. Often used for interim financial reports.