Question

Read the scenario.
A group of four friends are in class together. They are all members of the school band. After class, one member of the group asks the others if they want to discuss where to have their next practice. All four members decide this is a good idea. Two of the friends suggest their houses for the practice. All members of the group vote on where to have the practice.
Which statement best describes the discussion?
Responses

It is a formal discussion because the members voted on where to have the practice.
It is a formal discussion because the members voted on where to have the practice.

It is an informal discussion because the people could participate without preparing in advance.
It is an informal discussion because the people could participate without preparing in advance.

It is a formal discussion because the conversation is taking place in a classroom.
It is a formal discussion because the conversation is taking place in a classroom.

It is an informal discussion because the members are using diction appropriate to the topic.

Answer 1

It is an informal discussion because the people could participate without preparing in advance.

Explanation: The decision was made casually among friends after class with no formal procedure or prior preparation, so it’s informal.