Topic 10. Reasons Why Presentations Fail

1. According to Albert Mehrabian's study, what percentage of face-to-face communication is attributed to the choice of words?

• 7 %
• 38 %
• 55 %

2. Which of the following is NOT one of the key components for an effective presentation mentioned in the text?

• Making an emotional connection
• Generating high energy
• Using complex visuals

3. What does the acronym WIIFM stand for in the context of presentations?

• Where Is It From, Mate?
• What's In It For Me?
• Why Is It Fundamentally Meaningful?

4. Which of these is considered the most important component of an effective presentation?

• Presenting with energy
• Making an emotional connection
• Spelling out the payoff

5. How can a presenter best establish likability with the audience?

• By listing their credentials
• By showing they like the audience first
• By using complex vocabulary

6. What is the recommended approach for handling questions about topics you're not familiar with?

• Ignore the question
• Make up an answer
• Prepare for potential questions beforehand

7. What is the primary purpose of slides in a presentation?

• To contain all the information
• To be read aloud by the presenter
• To complement what the presenter is saying

8. What does the K.I.S.S. principle stand for in the context of presentations?

• Keep It Simple, Silly
• Keep Information Strictly Serious
• Know Important Slides Strategically

9. Why is it recommended to avoid using built-in presentation software templates?

• They are poorly designed
• They make presentations look common
• They are too expensive

10. What is the recommended minimum font size for presentation slides?

• 12 points
• 20 points
• 30 points