The President Said, "Our Enemy Is Threatening Us with Utter

question 34

Multiple Choice

The president said, "Our enemy is threatening us with utter destruction. Now, they have appear to be acquiring nuclear weapons. We have been unable to negotiate with them. It is imperative that we take military action against our enemy before they finish development of their weapons of mass destruction and use them against us, killing millions of people." What is the BEST strategy for countering the president's appeal to emotion?

• A) Consider the other side's position before responding.
• B) Try to separate the claim or question under discussion from the emotional appeal.
• C) Slow down the response to the anger-provoking situation, such as counting to 10 before responding.
• D) Use relaxation training to reduce negative emotional responses.

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