In which situation is it best to use anecdotal evidence to support an argument?

Question

when the writer needs to gain the sympathy of the audience

when the writer is making an argument about a scientific subject

when the anecdote also includes facts and statistics

when the anecdote is current and from a reliable source

Answer 1

The best situation to use anecdotal evidence to support an argument is when the writer needs to gain the sympathy of the audience.