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When writing a persuasive request for action, you should
 
  A) use the hard-sell approach.
  B) demonstrate that helping you will solve a significant problem.
  C) ask for more than you actually want so that you'll have a cushion for negotiation.
  D) avoid flattery.
  E) use circular reasoning.
  c

Question 2

When preparing a persuasive request for action, it is vital to
 
  A) show you understand the audience's concerns.
  B) emphasize how you will benefit if the request is fulfilled.
  C) emphasize the negative consequences of not complying with the request.
  D) make yourself look good in the reader's eyes.
  E) identify what attitudes or beliefs you wish to change.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Your goals are (1) to gain credibility (for yourself and your request) and (2) to make your readers believe that helping you will indeed help solve a significant problem.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Open with an attention-getting device, and show readers you understand their concerns. Use the interest and desire sections of your message to demonstrate that you have good reason for making such a request and to cover what you know about the situation.





 

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