According to the Elaboration Likelihood Model, listeners who elaborate more will be more persuaded by __________.

A. shortcuts that simplify their thinking about the topic
B. evidence and arguments that support the speaker's thesis
C. the speaker's positive ethos
D. extended narratives that support the speaker's position


Answer: B

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