
Excellence in Business Communication (12th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134319056
Author: John V. Thill, Courtland L. Bovee
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1.8E
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Identify a video that shows effective communication, in any field of study and which can be discussed in class. Give a brief description of why you think this is good example of effective communication.
Concept introduction:
Effective communication should be practical, factual, concise, clear and persuasive. This should be able to clearly transfer data and information from one person to another.
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1. Case 0) Baseline case
Table 1: Power Plant Capacity and Marginal Cost: Case 0
Plant #
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