13. When employing emotional appeals, a writer should
a. be sure that those appeals support his or her logical arguments
b. ignore his or her logical arguments
c. ignore facts and statistics and concentrate on the reader's feelings
d. also use circular reasoning
C?
Thanks
-MC
Although some politicians and advertisers ignore facts and statistics, it's not what a writer SHOULD do.
A..?
-MC
Yes. A is the best answer.
Actually, the correct answer is a. "be sure that those appeals support his or her logical arguments."
To arrive at this answer, it's helpful to understand the purpose of emotional appeals in writing. Emotional appeals are persuasive techniques that aim to evoke particular emotions in the reader or audience. They can be effective in engaging readers and making them more receptive to the writer's message.
However, it is important for writers to ensure that emotional appeals align with their logical arguments. Emotional appeals should complement and support the writer's overall argument, not replace or overshadow it. If emotional appeals are used without logical arguments, they may lack credibility or fail to persuade the audience effectively.
Therefore, answer option a. is the most appropriate choice, as it emphasizes the importance of emotional appeals working in harmony with logical arguments.