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Speaking slowly, loudly, and emphasizing the key words, the waitress asked her elderly patron, "Would you rather have a slice of lemon pie or pecan pie, dear?" What is the waitress demonstrating with this speech style?

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Answer:

Elderspeak speech style

Step-by-step explanation:

Concept of Elder Speak

Elderspeak is a form speaking style in which the speaker speaks slowly with a very simplified vocabulary. The young speaker normally repeats keywords and uses passionate words to talk to the elder. Elderspeak can be used to communicate with people having a mental illness and some old people find elderspeak offensive.

Analysis of Question

What made the scenario an elderspeak;

  • The waitress was talking to an elderly patron
  • She was talking slowly
  • She sounded warmth with the use of "dear"

The waitress used the ederspeak speech style.

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