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Rodney Dangerfield's catchphrase came from which comedic technique?

  • Punchline

  • Setup

  • Improvisation

  • Response from the audience

Answer

Response from the audience. Rodney Dangerfield's signature catchphrase, "I don't get no respect", originated from audience reactions during his stand-up comedy routines. He noticed that whenever he made a joke that fell flat, the audience would respond with a chorus of "no respect". Dangerfield seized upon this and incorporated it into his act, transforming a potential weakness into a comedic strength.
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