Although We're Capable of Understanding Speech at Rates Up to 600

question 55

Multiple Choice

Although we're capable of understanding speech at rates up to 600 words per minute, the average person speaks much more slowly-between __________ and __________ words per minute.

• A) 100; 140
• B) 150; 200
• C) 250; 300
• D) 350; 400

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Definitions:

Amortization

The process of spreading out the original cost of an intangible asset over the duration it serves its purpose.

Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholder members, derived from the company's earnings.

Investment Account

An account held at a financial institution that is used to buy and sell securities, such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs.

Net Income

The final profit amount for a company once revenues are reduced by expenses and taxes.