A Vocalized Pause Is

question 11

Multiple Choice

A vocalized pause is

• A) always seen as a negative characteristic of delivery.
• B) mostly seen as a positive avoidance of silence.
• C) usually present when the speaker is highly fluent.
• D) always present in extemporaneous speeches.

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Definitions:

Recessive Gene

A gene that is expressed in the phenotype only when it is on both chromosomes of a pair and not masked by a dominant gene.

Dominant Gene

A gene that expresses its phenotype over another gene (recessive gene) when both are present in a single organism.

Klinefelter's Syndrome

A genetic condition affecting males, characterized by an extra X chromosome, which can lead to physical abnormalities and fertility issues.

XXY

A chromosomal condition known as Klinefelter syndrome, where males have an extra X chromosome.