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tatyanajohnson

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Which of the following statements is true of dysphemisms?
 a. Dysphemisms are friendly references to a particular individual or group.
  b. Dysphemisms direct attention to the real message and away from irrelevant emotional issues.
  c. Some dysphemisms are common across regions, cultures, and occupations.
  d. Dysphemisms can be complimentary if chosen carefully.

Question 2

Javon explains a new policy to his staff which prohibits the use of office computers for personal email. Several of the employees frown at the news and one staff member makes a sarcastic remark. Steve's staff is
 a. giving feedback.
  b. interfering.
  c. decoding.
  d. encoding.


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sultana.d

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A


tatyanajohnson

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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

peter

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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