What Action Is Most Likely to Increase a Speaker's Credibility

question 22

Multiple Choice

What action is most likely to increase a speaker's credibility, or ethos?

• A) The speaker incorporates humor.
• B) The speaker demonstrates expertise about the topic.
• C) The speaker supports a viewpoint opposing that of the audience.
• D) The speaker issues a claim.

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Definitions:

Implosive Therapy

A therapeutic technique where clients are exposed to their fears in a controlled environment to reduce anxiety.

Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment that helps individuals face and gain control of fears and distressing emotions by systematic and repeated exposure to the feared object or context.

Depressive Symptoms

Manifestations of depression, which can include sadness, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, changes in weight or sleep, and feelings of worthlessness or guilt.

Behavior Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that aims to change maladaptive behaviors through conditioning and learning techniques.