A discussant says that taxing the wealthiest citizens at a higher rate than other taxpayers is a poor idea because proponents of that idea are "radical liberals." That is an example of the logical fallacy called a(n) ________ attack.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


ad hominem

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When we make deliberate choices to experience or to avoid experiencing particular stimuli, we engage in __________.

A. selective set B. selective exposure C. perceptual set D. selective attention

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When a speaker is advocating for acceptance of his viewpoint on a particular topic, the goal of the speech is to __________.

A. persuade B. inform C. inspire D. entertain

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Diagrams show "how things work."

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Live coverage of the Vietnam War made viewers shy away from war reporting because it was too graphic

a. True b. False

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