Rudy is giving a persuasive speech about preventive cancer screening. In her introduction, she decides to tell a hypothetical story about receiving a cancer diagnosis, and presents it as if it actually happened to her. Is this ethical?
A) Yes, because the overall goal of the speech is clear and responsible
B) No, because she is violating an ethical principle that requires that speakers be honest
C) No, because only factual stories should be used as introductory devices
D) Yes, because it will have strong emotional appeal which will sway her audience
Answer: B
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