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Slang represents common and often overused phrases that are specific to cultures and languages.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Conciseness is as important as clarity when developing a communication.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: False
Explanation: Clichs are commonplace and often overused phrases that have lost their force and meaning. Like slang, clichs are also specific to cultures and languages, and they may exclude international audiences.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: True
Explanation: Conciseness is as important as clarity. Concise communication is short and to the point, expressing ideas clearly in the fewest possible words. In business communication, shorter is usually better.



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