Communication apprehension can be diminished if a speaker is able to:
A) Get to know the audience
B) Pick a topic that is not that important
C) Give a speech with very little preparation
D) Memorize the entire presentation word-for-word

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Getting to know the audience can help the speaker feel more comfortable and make a connection with the audience, reducing communication apprehension. The other options (B, C, D) are unlikely to reduce communication apprehension and may even exacerbate it (e.g. giving a speech with little preparation).

Communication Apprehension Can Be Diminished If a Speaker Is Able