(1)“Regulators” are the subtle signals we use to control the give and take of conversation. (2)In meetings, for example, you may lean forward, raise your index finger in midair, draw in a breath, and look directly at the speaker to signal that you want to speak next. (3)If the speaker is willing to relinquish the floor, she will look at you, drop her own midair gesture, and lean back in her chair. (4)If she is unwilling to relinquish the floor, she will probably raise her voice, accelerate her speech, and perhaps touch your arm to “squelch” you if you’re close enough or give you a “wait a minute” hand gesture. (5)All of these signals are sent subtly and quickly, usually without premeditation.

Question7. The main pattern of organization of the selection is
a. definition and example.

b. cause and effect.

c. comparison and/or contrast.