Question 1

Providing a transition from one idea to the next is a valid reason to add a slide to your multimedia presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

​Which of the following statements is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Today's speakers rely exclusively on the use of multimedia slides in their presentations because they know that multimedia slides have no disadvantages.
B)  Low-tech visual aids are not appropriate for the business world.
C)  ​Effective speakers analyze their audience and the speaking occasion to help them determine what type of visual aid to use.
D)  ​Multimedia presentations are no longer used in the business world.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

Tyrone has just told his audience that engineering a hostile business takeover is similar to conducting guerilla warfare. He is using what technique?

Accepted Answer

A)  Personal anecdote
B)  Quotation
C)  Personalized statistic
D)  AnalogyE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Ryan has been asked to give his supervisor a concise summary of a proposal that he will be delivering to the board of directors later in the week. This type of business presentation is called a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  podcast
B)  briefing
C)  webinar
D)  keynote addressE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

The introduction of a speech should capture the listeners' attention and get them involved, preview the main points of the speech, and establish the speaker's ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The introduction of a speech should capture...

Question 6

The ____________________ organizational pattern answers these questions: who, what, when, where, why, and how .

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ organizational pattern answers these questions:...

Question 7

To help his listeners keep track of where he is in the presentation, Dominic has just said, Next I will discuss three plans for reducing waste. What verbal signpost is Dominic using?

Accepted Answer

A)  Summarizing
B)  Previewing
C)  Switching directions
D)  EnumerationE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Your speech will be more effective if you establish rapport , which refers to

Accepted Answer

A)  a bond connecting the speaker with the audience.
B)  the awareness of topic importance.
C)  an understanding of key points.
D)  the ability to hear clearly.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Zoom presentations

Accepted Answer

A)  ​use 3D to help audiences better understand and remember content, details, and relationships.
B)  deliver content and materials in fewer than five minutes for busy business professionals who need just a snapshot of the main ideas.
C)  ​present information in a linear manner, much like traditional PowerPoint presentations.
D)  ​are appropriate for only informative presentations.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

Good speakers are born with an innate ability to give informative and persuasive presentations to audiences of all sizes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Which of these tips regarding the use of handouts as a visual aid is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Handouts should be discussed during the presentation, but they should not be distributed until the presentation is finished.
B)  Savvy speakers no longer distribute handouts because audiences view the lowly handout as outdated and environmentally unfriendly.
C)  Handouts should be included in the registration packet, along with name tags, lunch tickets, and other event materials distributed prior to the presentation.
D)  All answer choices are correct statements about handouts.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Effective presenters avoid redundancy and increase suspense by waiting to announce the topic until after the introduction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Effective speakers must be aware of their nonverbal messages. Nonverbal means

Accepted Answer

A)  content delivered by visual aids.
B)  information included on the outline, but not in the speech.
C)  appearance, movements, and vocal qualities.
D)  body language only.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 14

Which of the following slide titles best represents the "you" view?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reasons for Selling Online
B)  Customers are Online
C)  Increase Your Sales Online
D)  The Ease of Online SalesE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

The only advantage of visual aids is that they improve the comprehension and retention of ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

In the conclusion of your speech, you say, I recommend developing and posting high-quality video podcasts on our website to recruit new employees. You are using the conclusion to

Accepted Answer

A)  preview your main points.
B)  review the main theme of the presentation and to provide a final recommendation.
C)  seek personal recognition by company management.
D)  prove your intelligence.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Webinars and podcasts are not considered types of business presentations because the audience may not be able to see the speaker.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The body of a short, 20-minute presentation should focus on

Accepted Answer

A)  at least five to eight main points.
B)  up to ten main points.
C)  approximately two to four main points.
D)  as many points as necessary to convey your message.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Verbal ____________________, such as previews, summaries, and transitions, help an audience recognize the organization and main points of an oral message.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Verbal ____________________, such as previews, summaries, and...

Question 20

When presenting to a neutral audience, you should present both sides of the issue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 12: Business Presentations

Zoom presentations

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The only advantage of visual aids is that they improve the comprehension and retention of ideas.

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The body of a short, 20-minute presentation should focus on

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Providing a transition from one idea to the next is a valid reason to add a slide to your multimedia presentation.

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Webinars and podcasts are not considered types of business presentations because the audience may not be able to see the speaker.

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Verbal ____________________, such as previews, summaries, and transitions, help an audience recognize the organization and main points of an oral message.

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To help his listeners keep track of where he is in the presentation, Dominic has just said, Next I will discuss three plans for reducing waste. What verbal signpost is Dominic using?

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Tyrone has just told his audience that engineering a hostile business takeover is similar to conducting guerilla warfare. He is using what technique?

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The ____________________ organizational pattern answers these questions: who, what, when, where, why, and how .

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Effective speakers must be aware of their nonverbal messages. Nonverbal means

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When presenting to a neutral audience, you should present both sides of the issue.

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​Which of the following statements is most accurate?

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Effective presenters avoid redundancy and increase suspense by waiting to announce the topic until after the introduction.

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Your speech will be more effective if you establish rapport , which refers to

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Good speakers are born with an innate ability to give informative and persuasive presentations to audiences of all sizes.

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The introduction of a speech should capture the listeners' attention and get them involved, preview the main points of the speech, and establish the speaker's ____________________.

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Ryan has been asked to give his supervisor a concise summary of a proposal that he will be delivering to the board of directors later in the week. This type of business presentation is called a(n) ________.

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Which of these tips regarding the use of handouts as a visual aid is most accurate?

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Which of the following slide titles best represents the "you" view?

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In the conclusion of your speech, you say, I recommend developing and posting high-quality video podcasts on our website to recruit new employees. You are using the conclusion to

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