Professor Williams looks across the room throughout his lecture, walking around with a wireless microphone attached so that the whole class can hear him, no matter where he is. Professor Williams usually incorporates a few jokes throughout the lecture, as well. According to research, students with receiver apprehension who are in Professor Williams' class will likely respond by
A) having less receiver apprehension.
B) having a negative attitude toward the instructor.
C) talking a lot during class lecture.
D) finding the humor distracting.

Question

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The fact that Professor Williams wears a wireless microphone and walks around the room demonstrates that he is actively trying to make sure everyone in the class can hear him, which can help to alleviate receiver apprehension for those students who may be worried about not being able to hear the lecture. Additionally, the incorporation of humor throughout the lecture can help to create a more positive and engaging learning environment, which may further reduce receiver apprehension. Therefore, students with receiver apprehension are likely to have less apprehension in Professor Williams' class.

Professor Williams Looks Across the Room Throughout His Lecture, Walking