When Dealing with Obstacles in a Persuasive Message, You Should

question 47

Multiple Choice

When dealing with obstacles in a persuasive message, you should

• A) ignore any negative aspects of the argument.
• B) blame any problems on the reader.
• C) only tell the reader about the positive aspects of your idea.
• D) address them directly.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon in which the desire for harmony and conformity in a group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Devil's Advocate

Playing the devil’s advocate involves taking a contrary position or argument, not necessarily personally held, to challenge assumptions and stimulate critical thinking in a discussion.

Critical Evaluator

An individual skilled in assessing situations, arguments, or evidence objectively to make reasoned judgments.

Teams

Groups of individuals working collaboratively towards a common goal, often characterized by complementary skills and mutual accountability.