When Speakers Attempt to Persuade Without Adequate Evidence or Use

question 17

Multiple Choice

When speakers attempt to persuade without adequate evidence or use arguments that are irrelevant or inappropriate,they are using

• A)an opinion.
• B)a deduction.
• C)a fallacy.
• D)an inference.

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Definitions:

Utility Function

A utility function is a mathematical representation of a consumer’s preferences, ranking different bundles of goods according to levels of satisfaction.

Indifference Curve

A graph showing different bundles of goods between which a consumer is indifferent, meaning they would derive the same level of satisfaction from any combination.

Bliss Point

The optimal quantity of consumption where any further increase or decrease would lead to a lower level of satisfaction for the consumer.

Indifference Curves

Graphical representations in microeconomics to illustrate different combinations of goods between which a consumer is indifferent.