Sissy was concerned when she overheard the salesperson talking about gourmet koi food, EPDM and butyl rubber, P-1200 pumps, and pirouette fountain heads, and water lettuce. She was frustrated to learn the salesperson was using _____ and discussing accessories for water gardens.
A) industry shorthand
B) metaphors
C) culture-specific terminology
D) similes
E) trade jargon

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The use of technical terms such as EPDM and butyl rubber, P-1200 pumps, and pirouette fountain heads, and water lettuce indicates the salesperson is using trade jargon, which can be confusing for those who are not familiar with the specialized language of a particular industry.

Sissy Was Concerned When She Overheard the Salesperson Talking About