The Excessive Use of Positive Emphasis Can Be Unethical Because

question 60

Multiple Choice

The excessive use of positive emphasis can be unethical because it _____.

• A) focuses on the self-centered view of the reader
• B) focuses on the self-centered view of the writer
• C) can cause the reader to overlook an important negative message
• D) de-emphasizes the writer's importance
• E) leads to different interpretations

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Definitions:

Hyperinflation

Runaway inflation; in the United States, double-digit inflation.

Monetary Policy

The process by which a central bank, like the Federal Reserve, controls the supply of money in an economy, often targeting inflation or employment levels.

Recessions

Periods of economic decline when GDP falls for two consecutive quarters, leading to a decrease in consumer spending and investment.

Government Surplus

A situation where the government's income, mainly from taxes, exceeds its expenditures within a specific timeframe, indicating fiscal health.