BUS X-204 ch 15

Select all that apply Which of the following would be effective transitions in a team presentation?

"Hakim will now share some ideas about how to improve student engagement." "Now, here's Samer to continue the discussion with a focus on achieving our sales goals."

Select all that apply It is beneficial for a speaker to take questions at a business presentation for which of the following reasons?

-Audience members will feel that the speaker cares about addressing their needs. -The speaker will have a better chance to explain parts of the message.

Select all that apply In what ways can a question-and-answer session of a business presentation be a risk for the speaker?

-Audience members' questions may be difficult. -The questions may throw the speaker off topic.

Select all that apply Which of the following statements about nervousness and public speaking are true?

-Experiencing nervousness in public speaking is normal. -Nervousness can result in a more passionate presentation. -Feeling nervousness in public speaking can be a benefit.

Select all that apply When showing electronic slides in a business presentation, you should do which of the following?

-Give details about the slides. -Add to the information on the slides.

Select all that apply Which of the following are reasons you should avoid standing in front of the slide projection area?

-It distorts your appearance. -It partially blocks the view of the slides.

Select all that apply Which of the following are benefits of pausing before answering questions in a business presentation?

-It helps make you feel more composed. -It makes you seem more thoughtful -It gives you time to contemplate a response.

Select all that apply Which two of the following are the most likely results when a business speaker tells the audience that a handout is missing?

-It will negatively impact the credibility of the speaker. -It will sound as if the speaker is making excuses.

Select all that apply If all the audience members are sitting in back rows for a speech presentation, which of the following are recommended steps to take?

-Make a point of moving closer to the audience members. -Ask the audience members to move forward.

Select all that apply To deal with the fear of speaking, it is useful to picture yourself doing which of the following?

-Replying to audiences -Speaking confidently -Interacting nonverbally with the audience

Select all that apply Cleo's team will be giving a group presentation. Which of the following should the team do to ensure a cohesive team presentation?

-Team members should communicate with each other about the objectives while preparing. -Team members should be united in the team's key objectives and messages.

Select all that apply When a business speech is about people, which of the following generally occur?

-The audience becomes more confident in the speaker. -The presentation of any statistics becomes livelier.

Select all that apply Which of the following statements are true about the fear of public speaking?

-The fear is generally greater for important occasions. -It is a common fear.

Select all that apply Which of the following can occur if the lights are turned off during a slide presentation?

-The slides become the focus of the presentation. -Audience members can become sleepy.

Select all that apply When a business speaker has presence, audience members tend to respond in which two of the following ways?

-They admire the speaker's ideas. -They become motivated to take action.

Select all that apply Which two of the following do speakers often do when they establish a presence during their business presentations?

-They generate interest in their ideas. -They gain the attention of listeners.

Select all that apply If a business presenter speaks overly slowly, listeners typically have which two of the following reactions?

-They listen less to the presentation. -They believe that the presenter is not ready.

Select all that apply Which of the following are mistakes that presenters make when they do not know the answer to a question from an audience member?

-They use excessive confidence to hide their lack of knowledge. -They respond with exaggeration.

Select all that apply What are some benefits of using a remote control to advance slides during a business presentation?

-You are free to move around the room. -You can more easily continue eye contact with the audience.

Select all that apply Which of the following are recommended strategies for dealing with losing your train of thought while giving a presentation?

-You can pause until you regain your composure. -You can repeat the last statement you made.

Select all that apply Which of the following are accomplished by referring to one another throughout a team presentation?

-You demonstrate that your team is united. -You ensure your comments connect with your teammates' contributions.

Select all that apply What are two disadvantages of distributing handouts during a business presentation?

-You lose control over which data audience members are looking at during the presentation. -Audience members will begin to pay less attention to you.

Select all that apply Which of the following typically occur when you smile during a presentation?

-You make a positive connection with listeners. -Listeners are more likely to view you favorably.

Select all that apply What should you plan to do in the days after you have given a business presentation?

-You should consider sending a brief email note thanking the audience members for attending. -You should reply to any audience members to whom you made promises about providing additional information. -You should take steps to help develop ongoing professional relationships as a result of the presentation.

Select all that apply Which audience members are most likely to make a speaker nervous before a business presentation?

-an intimidating colleague -a difficult client -a fault-finding boss

Select all that apply A business speaker can demonstrate confidence with which of the following?

-an upright posture -a slight forward lean

Select all that apply Which of the following are relaxation techniques that can help limit nervousness before a presentation?

-attending a film -emptying your mind -meditating

Select all that apply During a business presentation, a speaker might have to incorporate changes quickly if

-audience members ask questions. -listeners make comments.

Select all that apply Which of the following are benefits that you obtain by rehearsing a business presentation?

-awareness of places to highlight with nonverbal communication -discovery of areas where content needs to be altered -increased familiarity with the content

Select all that apply Which of the following are examples of formal business attire?

-business suits -ties -dress shirts

Select all that apply During an internal business presentation, a speaker's credibility can be increased through which two of the following?

-demonstrating knowledge about a business issue -explaining how a business idea will improve the company

Select all that apply Which of the following are forms of nonverbal communication used by effective business speakers?

-eye contact -business attire

Select all that apply Using the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication allows you to project

-friendliness. -self-assurance.

Select all that apply Consistent deep breathing as part of a presentation is effective in

-helping maintain a confident posture. -improving the tone of the voice. -enhancing voice timber.

Select all that apply Which of the following are benefits that you obtain by rehearsing a business presentation?

-increased familiarity with the content -awareness of places to highlight with nonverbal --communication -discovery of areas where content needs to be altered

Select all that apply Which of the following are open-stance gestures for a business speaker?

-keeping arms at the sides of the body -using palms-up gestures

Select all that apply What are thing that good speakers will do when involving the audience in their presentations?

-make sure questions and discussion stay on topic -limit the amount of time spent interacting with listeners

Select all that apply A speaker can prepare for the unexpected during a business presentation by

-mastering the presentation's content. -maintaining an attitude of flexibility.

Select all that apply When you are deciding where to stand during a speech or presentation, you should choose a location that will do which of the following?

-place you near the listeners -give you the best eye contact with listeners

Select all that apply Which two of the following should speakers generally do when presenting, regardless of the size or layout of the room?

-position themselves close to listeners -make eye contact with listeners

Select all that apply Which of the following are ways that you can show appreciation for a question posed by a listener during a business presentation?

-recognizing the importance of the question -acknowledging the question's validity -saying thank you honestly

Select all that apply Which of the following are visual aids that can be used in business presentations?

-screencast videos -electronic slides

Select all that apply Which of the following commonly indicate that you lack confidence?

-slouching -lowered shoulders

Select all that apply A speaker's nonverbal communication influences how audience members perceive which two of the following?

-the speaker's credibility -the message delivered by the speaker

Select all that apply When speakers choose not to rehearse before giving a business presentation, audience members will typically perceive which two of the following?

-the speaker's vagueness -the speaker's disorganization

When speakers choose not to rehearse before giving a business presentation, audience members will typically perceive which two of the following?

-the speaker's vagueness -the speaker's disorganization

Select all that apply Which of the following are elements of the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication?

-tone -nod -smile

True or false: If adequately rehearsed, business presentations always go according to the speaker's plans.

False

True or false: When you are answering questions as part of a business presentation there is no need to show appreciation for a question if you answer it honestly.

False

What is the significance of an open stance in a business presentation?

It is a warm and inviting form of nonverbal communication.

Taking a few deep breaths has which of the following effects before a presentation?

It quells nervousness.

Nancy is giving a presentation in a venue that she has never been to before. Which of the following is the most important thing she should do?

She should arrive at least an hour before the presentation.

When showing slides for a business presentation in a room that allows you to dim only the lights next to the screen, you should remember to do which of the following?

Stand where you are in full light.

select all that apply What are recommended relaxation techniques for managing nervousness related to making a presentation?

Stretching. Listening to music that you enjoy. Exercising a day or so before the event.

Constance's team was organized and efficient. When the team learned it would be giving a team presentation at the annual meeting, its members immediately divided up the work equally. The members worked independently but did not need to check up on one another, since each member was reliable and would not do anything to let down the team. The presentation itself was not particularly effective, and audience members appeared distracted. Which of the following is the most likely reason the presentation was unsuccessful?

The team did not collaborate about the overall presentation.

Jacob's team is giving a presentation. Which of the following would be the best choice for presenting a united front?

The team should wear the same formality of attire and stand close to one another on the stage.

Which of the following is the likely result if team members continually check in with one another about key objectives and messages while preparing a team presentation?

Their presentation will be cohesive and more influential.

How do audience members typically respond when they hear an inauthentic speaker make a business presentation?

They feel uncomfortable.

Which of the following is a common mistake made by speakers during a slide presentation?

They spend too much time with their backs to the audience.

What is the main rationale for not starting to show slides as soon as you begin a presentation that features slides?

You should first make a connection with your audience.

Malik is giving a presentation in a room that is very large and provides him with a variety of places to stand. Which location should Malik choose?

a spot in front of and near the audience

When you make a presentation to colleagues, it offers a chance to improve your colleagues' opinions about your

abilities.

Select all that apply Which of the following are the benefits for a speaker of arriving early to a speech or presentation?

adjusting the presentation if needed seeing who will be attending being able to assess the room and equipment

At a business presentation, a speaker should begin to use slides

after a spoken opening.

To minimize the disadvantages of handouts during a business presentation, the best time to give them out is ______ the presentation.

at the end of

When giving a presentation, nervousness is only dysfunctional when a speaker

cannot deliver the content.

As part of the preparation process, a business speaker should

consider possible questions from the audience.

What result can a speaker anticipate by mingling with audience members after a business presentation?

developing professional connections

When describing electronic slides during a business presentation, the speaker's ______ should be towards the audience.

face

What is a recommended way to lessen nervousness during the first minutes of a presentation?

finding friendly faces

Place the following categories of attire in order according to their level of formality, with the most formal attire at the top. Position 1 of 3 formal business attire correct toggle button unavailable formal business attire

formal business business casual casual

To demonstrate competence when giving a presentation, a younger business professional should dress with greater

formality.

When giving a business presentation, a speaker should dress with ______ than the members of the audience.

greater formality

For business speakers, attire influences

how others perceive them.

A business professional who wears formal business attire generally exudes

importance.

When a technical failure occurs during a business presentation, the speaker should

keep going.

If you do not know the answer to a question during a business presentation, the best thing to do is to

offer to find the answer later and contact the questioner.

When you lose your train of thought during a business presentation, an effective strategy is to

pause until it returns.

What is a recommended practice when you are answering a question from a member of the audience that requires you to quickly come up with a response?

pausing before giving the answer

In the context of a business speech, audience members primarily enjoy hearing about

people

When presenting numerical information, what should you make the subject of your sentences?

people

Making people the subject of sentences with statistical data ______ the business presentation as a whole.

personalizes

Business casual attire is best described as

professional but relaxed.

A useful tool for advancing slides during a business presentation that allows you to keep more eye contact with an audience than a keyboard would allow is a slide

remote control.

Which of the following would be an example of an effective application of visualization for relaxing in a business presentation?

seeing yourself speaking to members of the audience with confidence

Which of the following best helps you connect with your audience members and convey enthusiasm for your topic?

smiling

According to a 2001 survey by Geoffrey Brewer on Gallup Polls online, the only fear that ranks higher than the fear of public speaking for the American public is the fear of

snakes

When showing slides as part of a slide presentation, you should

stand to the side of the slide projection area.

Business casual is

the most common type of workplace attire.

The primary focus of a business presentation with visual aids should be

the speaker.

What is the principal reason you should interpret slides during a presentation instead of reading them?

to prevent becoming just a narrator

True or false: A good speaker will involve the audience as much as possible without taking too much time or straying from the speech topic.

true

True or false: How audience members perceive a business presentation speaker's authenticity impacts how they regard the speaker's message.

true