Paralanguage Is an Important Part of Planning and Rehearsal

question 14

Multiple Choice

Paralanguage is an important part of planning and rehearsal.Which of the following describes the characteristics of paralanguage the speaker should focus on?

• A) frequency of eye contact with the audience helps to establish rapport and comfort.
• B) a speaking style that is animated and lively gains audience attention
• C) standing erect, but not rigid, and leaning slightly forward communicates that you are approachable.
• D) nonverbal communication including such vocal elements as tone, pitch, rhythm, pause, timbre, loudness, and inflection.
• E) none of the above

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The amount by which a product's sales exceed its variable costs; used to cover fixed costs and contribute to profit.

Variable Cost

Costs that vary in direct proportion to changes in levels of activity or volume of goods produced, such as materials and labor.

Selling Price

The amount charged to customers for a product or service, determining the revenue earned by a business.

Contribution Margin Ratio

A financial metric that measures the portion of revenue remaining after variable costs are subtracted, expressed as a percentage of sales.