Narrowing a description from "blue collar worker" to "construction worker" to "bulldozer operator" is an example of using _____

A) ?vague language
B) ?specific language
C) ?mental pictures
D) ?vivid language


B

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The strong principle of decisional balance refers to ______.

a. the fact that the stronger the persuasive argument is the more likely one is to decide to change b. if cons are stronger than pros one will not engage in behavioral change c. moving through the stages involves a change in perception of the importance of pros of one standard deviation d. the need to reduce the strength of the perceived cons of the behavior

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Please use Goffman’s characterization to describe this apology.

In 2006, Rev. Ted Haggard's issue what has been called the "Sexual Immorality" Letter, in which he indicates: "I am so sorry. I am sorry for the disappointment, the betrayal, and the hurt. I am sorry for the horrible example I have set for you... But I alone am responsible for the confusion caused by my inconsistent statements. The fact is, I am guilty of sexual immorality, and I take responsibility for the entire problem. I am a deceiver and a liar. There is a part of my life that is so repulsive and dark that I've been warring against it all of my adult life." What will be an ideal response?

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A speech style common to an ethnic group or a geographic region is known as a (n) ________

A) language B) accent C) dialect D) lingo

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Good metaphors reveal unexpected differences in striking ways

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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