Whom Would You Trust as Most Reliable? Discuss the Credibility

question 106

Essay

Whom would you trust as most reliable? Discuss the credibility and authority of each individual or group listed with regard to the following issue:
You are thinking of insulating your attic and need advice relative to how much insulation you should install.
a. a company that sells insulation but does not install it
b. a company that sells and installs insulation
c. an energy consultant from your local gas and electric company
d. Consumer Reports
e. a friend who has recently had his attic insulated

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Definitions:

Distributive Bargaining

A negotiation strategy where parties compete to divide a fixed resource, often resulting in a win-lose situation.

Convey Message

The act of communicating information, thoughts, or feelings clearly and effectively to others, often with specific intent or purpose.

Final Offer

The last proposal or bid that one party is willing to make in a negotiation before ending discussions.

Hardball Tactics

Aggressive negotiation strategies aimed at pressuring the other party into agreement or concession, often risking relationships for the sake of gains.