In a Speech, the Most Effective and Versatile Supporting Device

question 13

Multiple Choice

In a speech, the most effective and versatile supporting device is

• A) Explanation.
• B) Example.
• C) Statistics.
• D) Comparison.
• E) Analogy.

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Definitions:

Paid-In Capital in Excess of Par

The amount of capital contributed by shareholders over and above the par value of the shares issued.

Common Stock

A form of corporate equity ownership, a type of security representing an ownership share in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits via dividends.

Retained Earnings Account

An equity account that represents the accumulated portion of net income that a company has decided to retain, rather than distribute among shareholders in the form of dividends.

Stock Dividend

A payment made in the form of additional shares rather than cash, distributed to shareholders from the company's existing stock.