Assertiveness

question 102

Multiple Choice

Assertiveness:

• A)refers to the process of gaining support from one or more people with higher authority or expertise.
• B)is an indicator that a person lacks power due to low centrality.
• C)is an attempt to increase liking by, or perceived similarity to, some targeted person.
• D)is also known as vocal authority.
• E)refers to the use of logical arguments, factual evidence, and emotional appeals to convince people of the value of a request.

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