The Statement "Can You Pass Me the Salt?" Is an Example

question 22

Multiple Choice

The statement "Can you pass me the salt?" is an example of an indirect speech act that emphasizes

• A)abilities.
• B)desires.
• C)a future action.
• D)reasons.

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Definitions:

Return On Equity

Return on equity (ROE) measures a corporation's profitability by revealing how much profit a company generates with the money shareholders have invested.

Net Income

The company's net profit, calculated by subtracting all costs and taxes from its total income.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares of stock that have been issued by a company and are held by investors, including both public investors and company insiders.