Question

As discussed ad nauseam since the first day of class, research has consistently demonstrated that which of the following elements has the greatest impact on whether an audience will perceive a speaker as being competent?

A. vocalist
B. physical manipulation
C. Authenticity
D. conversational quality
E. paralanguage​

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

E. Paralanguage has consistently been demonstrated in research to have the greatest impact on whether an audience will perceive a speaker as being competent. Paralanguage refers to the non-verbal aspects of speech, such as tone of voice, pitch, and rhythm, which can convey emotion and meaning. Effective use of paralanguage can help a speaker convey confidence, credibility, and authority, which are important factors in being perceived as competent.