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tnt_battle

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At the end of a meeting with those of other cultures, what habit can help ensure understanding?
 
  A) Clarifying what will happen next
  B) Being straightforward and direct
  C) Assuming the listener is less knowledgeable than you
  D) Using industry specific slang and jargon
  E) Avoiding lengthy transitions

Question 2

When developing a communication for those who may not be comfortable with your language, what could make the communication easier to understand for the receiver?
 
  A) Industry jargon
  B) Words with several meanings
  C) Long paragraphs
  D) Limited transitions
  E) Short, plain words



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A
Explanation: A) At the end of a conversation, be sure that you and the other person(s) agree on what has been said and decided. This habit is important for any group or team, regardless of culture, in aiding understanding.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E
Explanation: E) Short, plain and easy to understand words will help the communication process. Avoid words with several meanings, jargon and long paragraphs.



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