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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #37715 Short Attention
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You will hear a recording about a topic. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep. Select the correct option to complete the recording.

Transcript:

Keep a cool head and pay attention to the process and the strategy, as well as the substance of the negotiation. If it’s not your ‘turn’ to be angry, the exercise of restraint can be turned into a positive opportunity to observe what is going on with a clear eye. No less important, yelling at each other is not negotiation; it is confrontation. In those situations there may possibly be a ‘winner’; but it is even more likely there will be a
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Option 1: "Loser"

Explanation: The text discusses the negative outcomes of confrontation in negotiations, emphasizing that while there may be a 'winner,' it is more likely that there will be a 'loser.' This aligns with the overall theme of the text, which advocates for maintaining composure and focusing on strategy rather than engaging in confrontational behavior.

Option 2: "Player"

Explanation: The term 'player' does not fit the context of the negotiation discussion. While it could refer to someone involved in the negotiation, it does not convey the outcome of the confrontation as effectively as 'loser.' Therefore, it lacks relevance to the main idea presented in the text.

Option 3: "Bearer"

Explanation: The word 'bearer' is unrelated to the context of negotiation outcomes. It suggests someone who carries something, which does not connect to the idea of winning or losing in a negotiation scenario. Thus, it fails to address the core message of the text.

Option 4: "Grader"

Explanation: The option 'grader' implies someone who assesses or evaluates, which is not relevant to the context of negotiation outcomes. The text focuses on the dynamics of negotiation rather than evaluation, making this option inappropriate for completing the sentence.

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