Which of the following ethical factors are being evaluated when we look at an advertisement’s ability to inform or persuade a consumer?

a. Effects on belief
b. Materialistic values
c. Effects on desire
d. Social effects


Answer: C

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Identify the claim in this passage "The jury is confused, and all confused groups of people ought to be allowed to ask for guidance. So the jury ought to ask the judge for guidance."

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