Delivering your presentation by reading it word-for-word is a good idea whenc
A) your presentation is very lengthy.
B) you're covering policy statements or legal documents that must be presented verbatim.
C) the presentation is humorous.
D) the audience is hostile.
E) you are nervous.
Answer: B
Explanation: B) Reading a speech is necessary in rare instances, such as when delivering legal information, policy statements, or other messages that must be conveyed in an exact manner. However, for all other business presentations, reading is a poor choice because it limits your interaction with the audience and lacks the fresh, dynamic feel of natural talking.
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A) Debit Unpaid Salaries $600 and credit Salaries Payable $600. B) Debit Salaries Expense $400 and credit Cash $400. C) Debit Salaries Expense $600 and credit Salaries Payable $600. D) Debit Salaries Expense $200 and credit Salaries Payable $200. E) Debit Salaries Expense $400 and credit Salaries Payable $400.
Which of the following belongs on the asset side of a company's balance sheet?
a) Its most valuable employees b) Accounts payable c) Unsold merchandise d) Owners' equity e) Bank borrowing