When managers must work with managers of other units or with customers outside of their organization, they have been given ________ without equal levels of ________

In a corporation, the board of directors is elected by the chairperson of the company

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Establishing credibility in persuasive messages

A) is impossible unless the audience is already familiar with you. B) is a waste of time, since data and evidence are the only things audiences find convincing. C) requires a condescending, "know-it-all" tone. D) works only when you make negative comments about your company's competitors. E) is essential when you are trying to persuade a hostile or skeptical audience.