Which of these is the most accurate description of pausing and silence in a presentation?
A) Don't pause when you first approach the audience because you will appear unsure.
B) Fill awkward silences with short phrases such as "you know" or "basically."
C) Words always carry more impact than a silent pause.
D) Silence is preferable to meaningless fillers.

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A silent pause before a presentation can increase your comfort and let you take control; a meaningful pause after a startling statement carries much more impact than a useless filler such as "you know" or "basically." Thus silence is preferable to meaningless fillers.

Which of These Is the Most Accurate Description of Pausing