Question

Which statement best evaluates the effectiveness of this argument?
"You should trust me because I care about your success."
A.
Weak ethos because caring doesn’t prove credibility.
B.
Strong pathos because it uses emotion.
C.
Strong logos because it uses facts.
D.
Strong ethos because it shows expertise.

Answer 1

A. Weak ethos because caring doesn’t prove credibility. Caring is an appeal to character/feeling but doesn't demonstrate competence, experience, or trustworthy evidence.