When giving a presentation, a 12 minute presentation should be no longer than ________ words.
A) 1500
B) 1800
C) 2500
D) 3000

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The rule of thumb is that a person can speak 125-175 words per minute. Therefore, a 12-minute presentation would be between 1500-2100 words. However, it is always best to aim for a slightly shorter presentation to account for pauses, questions, and unforeseen interruptions. Option B (1800 words) would be a safe and concise amount of words for a 12-minute presentation.

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