Question

17 multiple choice 1 point
shared assumptions are important because...
○ you can appeal to them to make your readers like you
○ writers tend to overthink them and overcomplicate their essay.
○ conflicts can arise when they are missing.
○ you can save yourself time by ignoring them when you write an essay.
clear my selection

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• The first option is incorrect as shared assumptions are not about making readers like the writer.
• The second option is incorrect because the importance of shared assumptions is not related to writers overthinking them.
• The third option is correct. Shared assumptions are the common understandings between communicators. When they are missing, people may have different understandings, leading to conflicts.
• The fourth option is incorrect. Ignoring shared assumptions would likely cause confusion, not save time.

Answer:

C. conflicts can arise when they are missing.