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mp14 · **on:** Jun 24, 2018

Using mnemonics (such as acronyms or rhymes) to help remember important information shared during a meeting

A) is a waste of time.
B) works only if you have special training.
C) requires that you stop everyone from speaking so you can repeat what you hope to remember.
D) can be a useful strategy.
E) is far more effective than writing the information down.

Question 2

Your ability to listen effectively will have little effect on your long-term career prospects.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

debra928 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Mnemonics is one technique to help store information in long-term memory. You can create mnemonics such as acronyms or rhymes. One example of a mnemonic is Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally for following algebra rules (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, and Subtraction). As one can see, it is not a waste of time, and you do not need special training.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE
Explanation: Your long-term career prospects are closely tied to your ability to listen effectively. In fact, about 80 percent of top executives say that listening is the most important skill needed to get things done in the workplace.