When Gretchen Finished Listening to a Business Proposal Given by a Colleague

question 67

Multiple Choice

When Gretchen finished listening to a business proposal given by a colleague, she said, "I see two reasons why this proposal won't work." What listening component of the HURIER model does Gretchen's response represent?

• A) hearing
• B) understanding
• C) interpreting
• D) evaluating
• E) responding

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Definitions:

Cleanup Loan

A short-term loan used to clear outstanding debts, often as a way to improve financial metrics before seeking longer-term financing.

Bankers' Acceptance

A short-term debt instrument issued by a company but guaranteed by a bank, commonly used in international trade to facilitate transactions.

Letter of Credit

A document issued by a bank guaranteeing a buyer's payment to a seller within a specific timeframe and for a specific amount.

Cash Balances

The amount of cash or cash equivalents that a company or individual holds at a given time.