Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes the Authors' View

question 326

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best characterizes the authors' view of deception as an influence strategy?

• A) Honesty is always the best policy
• B) "White" lies are acceptable; all other lies are unacceptable
• C) self-serving lies and lies that benefit another are equally ethical
• D) Whether deception is ethical or unethical hinges on the persuader's motives

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