If a speaker pauses after hearing a difficult question and repeats it before answering, why is this a good communication practice?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: It confirms understanding of the question and provides time to give a thoughtful answer.
Repeating a difficult question allows the speaker to check that its meaning has been understood correctly and gives them a brief moment to organise relevant points. A short pause can improve accuracy and reduce an impulsive or incomplete answer. Option B describes both benefits. It does not change the topic or insult the audience, and a brief purposeful pause is not simply wasted time.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It confirms understanding of the question and provides time to give a thoughtful answer.
Why is this the correct answer?
Repeating a difficult question allows the speaker to check that its meaning has been understood correctly and gives them a brief moment to organise relevant points. A short pause can improve accuracy and reduce an impulsive or incomplete answer. Option B describes both benefits. It does not change the topic or insult the audience, and a brief purposeful pause is not simply wasted time.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 English question. Chapter: Father to Son. Topic: Communication Problems.
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