Which of the Following Individuals Is the Best Example of an Empathetic

question 12

Multiple Choice

 Which of the following individuals is the best example of an empathetic listener?

• A) Sheila often reacts to the speaker by showing concern and attempts to share feelings and offer counseling.
• B) Maria usually avoids making any verbal or nonverbal responses when someone else is talking.
• C) Erick tends to respond to speakers vocally when they say things with which he agrees.
• D) During presentations, James consciously tries to focus on what the speaker is saying.

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Static Budget

A financial plan that does not change or adjust with variations in business activity levels.

Labor Rate Variance

The difference between the actual cost of direct labor and its expected (or standard) cost during a given period.

Standard Rate

A predetermined cost per unit of measure or rate that is used in budgeting and costing calculations.

Actual Rate

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