A presidential campaign manager tapes a pep talk telling volunteer workers they are “the best, the brightest, the most brilliant strategists I have ever seen,” knowing that assigning these traits will get them to act accordingly. What is he doing?
a. agenda-setting
b. positive labeling
c. name-calling
d. low-context speaking
Answer: b
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