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BComm Chapter 15 Test Bank

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Which of the following should you do to manage your nervousness before a presentation?
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C. Take several deep breaths to quickly alleviate your anxiety.
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Using notes during a presentation is considered unprofessional.
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False
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Presentations allow you to express your views in a(n):
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A. two-way environment.
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During a presentation, keeping your arms to your sides or gesturing with palms up is more inviting to the audience.
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True
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Which of the following techniques helps you make your speech about people during a presentation?
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B. Introducing colleagues and referring to them by name during your presentation
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In order to make your speech about people during a presentation, you should:
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D. make people the subject of your sentences.
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ou should use your presentation to show your thorough understanding of a business issue but avoid displaying openness.
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False
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In the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication, "N" stands for:
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nod
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What does "F" stand for in the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication in presentations?
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Forward Lean
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Business casual dress is interpreted broadly and varies significantly by location and company.
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True
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According to the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication, which of the following facilitates trust?
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Maintaining eye contact
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Having presence means commanding attention, garnering respect for your ideas, engaging your listeners, and even inspiring your audiences to action.
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True
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Which of the following is intended to project executive presence and seriousness?
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A. Formal business dress
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According to the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication, during a presentation you should:
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A. attempt to read your audience and get a sense for how much energy they have.
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In the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication, "F" stands for formal expression.
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False
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When you lose your train of thought during a presentation, you should:
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E. pause until you regain your composure and your line of thinking.
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Business casual dress is intended to project:
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A. a comfortable, relaxed feel while maintaining a high standard of professionalism.
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Nathaniel recently joined Anderson Enterprises, a multinational firm. He is confused about what to wear for a very formal business meeting where he will have to make a presentation to important clients. Which of the following should Nathaniel wear?
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B. Nathaniel should wear a conservative business suit with a dress shirt and a necktie.
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Which of the following is the best way to deliver presentations with authenticity?
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C. Finding ways to present your real self to your audiences
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Avoid complying with audience requests during your presentation as this will cause you to lose your train of thought.
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False
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What is the difference between internal presentations and external presentations?
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When you are conducting an internal presentation, you are more than likely presenting to employees, stakeholders and others who know you and have their own opinion about your credibility. It is very important you display your understanding of a business issue during the presentation which can benefit your credibility. On the contrary, when you are presenting externally, people will have to form their opinions about your credibility based on available information they find about you. The information could be good or bad. It is very important for you to self promote and build to your credibility before, during and after a presentation.
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What is the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication in presentations?
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SOFTEN model is a form of behavior used during presentations. The model means smile, open stance, forward lean, tone, eye contact, and nod. These nonverbal gestures can display confidence, strength and compassion.