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In direct characterization character's personality is explicitly described. Indirect characterization on the other hand uses dialogue, actions and other non-explicitly descriptions. Fro the given sentences the following sentence is example of direct characterization:
The door opened and in came ridiculous Reginald, as dapper and debonair as ever.
Explanation:
Radio Waves -- The waves in the electromagnetic spectrum that have the longest wavelengths and lowest frequency are called radio waves.
A reader should use context clues