Chapter 8 Flashcards
Definition of extended examples?
A story, narrative, or anecdote developed at some length to illustrate a point.
Definition of brief examples?
A specific case referred to in passing to illustrate a point.
What is the difference between brief & extended examples?
Extended examples are “at some length” while brief examples are brief
What is the definition of a hypothetical example?
An example that describes an imaginary or fictitious situation.
What is an important tip on using examples?
Use examples to personalize your ideas
What’s a quote about personalizing ideas that you should know?
“Most people are more deeply influenced by one clear, VIVID, personal example than by an abundance of statistical data.”
What can a speaker gain from the proper use of statistics?
It’s an effective way to clarify and support idea
What are the mean, median, & mode?
The mean- (average) determined by summing all the items in a group and dividing by the number of items.
The mode- the number that occurs most frequently in a group of numbers.
The median- the middle figure in a group once the figures are put in order from lowest to highest
What are 6 tips for using statistics?
1) use stats to quantify your ideas
2) use stats sparingly
3) identify the the sources of your stats
4) explain your stats
5) round off complicated stats
6) use visual aids to clarify statistical trends.
- ——-numerical precision?
What are the 4 ways to support your ideas?
1) examples
2) statistics
3) testimony
4) citing sources orally
