Which of the following is a disadvantage of oral communication?
A) It is less persuasive than written communication.
B) The sender lacks immediate and direct feedback.
C) It can lead to spontaneous, regrettable responses.
D) It requires the sender to record the message permanently.
E) The message must be long enough to include answers to anticipated questions.

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One disadvantage of oral communication is the potential for spontaneous and regrettable responses, as the speaker may not have as much time to carefully consider their words as they would in written communication. Choices A, B, and E are not disadvantages of oral communication, and choice D is inaccurate as oral communication does not require a permanent recording of the message.

Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Oral Communication