How can a person establish credibility with his or her audience ...

[pepyto]

How can a person establish credibility with his or her audience if the person is unknown to that audience?
 
  A) Being modest and not mentioning her education or expertise
  B) Maintaining a respectful distance from her audience before the presentation, so as not to violate the professional relationship with attempts at building rapport
  C) Mentioning her professional relationship with a renowned expert in the field
  D) Avoiding the discussion of work done by other experts in the field
  E) Presenting a highly subjective idea that favors her own view point

Question 2

Argumentation is defined as ________.
 
  A) strengthening a weak position by overstating your case, diverting attention from problems, or even attacking an opponent
  B) making your audience believe you have expertise and are trustworthy based on your knowledge, character, reputation, and behavior
  C) a person with a reputation for honesty losing credibility by making statements that prove to be untrue or making promises that are not fulfilled
  D) changing the mind of someone who is deeply interested in an issue, including people committed to an opposing point of view
  E) taking a position, supporting the position with reasons, and then documenting those reasons with evidence

[braelync]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) You can establish credibility with your audience by providing key credentials, including education, experience, awards, and expertise. You can also mention your relationship with someone the audience knows and respects.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: E
Explanation: E) Logical arguments provide the foundation for most persuasive business messages. Argumentation is a persuasive appeal that supports a position with reasons and evidence.

[pepyto]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[irishcancer18]

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