The Use of Negative Words

question 23

Multiple Choice

The use of negative words:

• A) emphasizes the pleasant aspects of a message by bringing in the contrast.
• B) greatly enhances your chances of achieving your message goals.
• C) builds goodwill with the reader.
• D) stirs up a reader's resistance to a message's goal.
• E) is considered unethical in business communication.

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