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Mr. Wonderful

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In choosing the appropriate tone,
 
  a) use a semiformal tone when you want to sound conversational.
  b) use a formal tone with subordinates.
  c) use an informal tone with superiors.
  d) use a negative tone when conveying bad news.
  e) when in doubt, avoid being too casual.

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How does Tannen begin this essay?
 
  a. with an anecdote about a husband and wife's communication habits
  b. with a story about the first date she ever went on
  c. with a list of popularly held beliefs about the differences between men and women


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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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Mr. Wonderful

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Reply 2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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