You Are Presenting an Argument in Favour of Using Solar

question 176

Multiple Choice

You are presenting an argument in favour of using solar power to group that does not really believe in global warming. Another individual will argue against the use of solar power. Research on attitude change suggests that in order for you to be most effective, it would be best for you to

• A)present your opponent's arguments so that she cannot use them
• B)present arguments with a moderate level of fear and suggest how to reduce the threat
• C)try to evoke a lot of fear regarding global warming
• D)present the most extreme argument that you can
• E)tone down your arguments to a neutral position

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