According to your textbook, the two most important factors affecting the credibility of a persuasive speaker are competence and

A. logic.
B. pathos.
C. character.
D. status.
E. charisma.


Answer: C

Communication & Mass Media

You might also like to view...

“I would love to go out to a see a play, but I won’t even bring it up with Jesse. I already know what he would say,” says Corinne. Identify and explain the stage of Knapp’s model that Corinne’s statement reflects.

What will be an ideal response?

Communication & Mass Media

You can enhance your first impression in a job interview by using a posture that appears relaxed but not too casual

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Communication & Mass Media

Problems occur in the natural course of business and can be solved/resolved through the normal course of business

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Communication & Mass Media

Generating an atmosphere or mood for your audience depends on the speaking situation, the speech purpose, and the content of the speech

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Communication & Mass Media