Andy knows that even though Ryan does not currently work out, he has a belief that lifting is a good exercise. Andy wants Ryan to start lifting with him so he tells Ryan about an article he just read about some additional physical benefits of weight lifting. This is an example of which persuasive strategy?

a. introducing a new belief
b. changing the evaluation of the relevant belief
c. changing the relevance of a belief
d. reducing a negative belief


b. changing the evaluation of the relevant belief

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Confirming language

A) places a particular group in an inferior position. B) accepts the other person. C) is sexist. D) ignores lack of clarity in others' remarks.

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Based on Todd's ten years of experience working in radio, he was able to provide examples from

what he had observed in the industry. What are these types of examples called? A) physical B) demonstrative C) hypothetical D) factual

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Identify three process and or tactical questions that co-mediators need to address prior to mediating together.

What will be an ideal response?

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Which one of the following citations is in correct APA style? 

A. Spence, P.R., Lachlan, K.A., & Griffin, D. R. (2007). Crisis Communication, Race, and Natural Disasters. Journal of Black Studies, 37, 539-554. B. Wright, K., Blankson, H., & Wojno, A. (2007, September 1). Personal interview. Athens, OH: Ohio University. C. Magill, Gerald. (Ed.). (2004). Genetics and ethics: An interdisciplinary study. St. Louis, MO: St. Louis UP. D. O'Donnell, J. (2006, September 6). Feds focus on lead in kids' jewelry; Regulations coming by year's end, but some say they're based on out-of-date info. USA Today, p.B1.

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