Asked by jerry
Which statement best evaluates the effectiveness of this argument?
"You should trust me because I care about your success."
A.
Strong ethos because it shows expertise.
B.
Weak ethos because caring doesn’t prove credibility.
C.
Strong pathos because it uses emotion.
D.
Strong logos because it uses facts.
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B. Weak ethos because caring doesn’t prove credibility.
The claim appeals to the speaker’s character (ethos), but saying you care about someone’s success doesn’t provide evidence of competence, experience, or trustworthiness, so it’s a weak ethical appeal.
The claim appeals to the speaker’s character (ethos), but saying you care about someone’s success doesn’t provide evidence of competence, experience, or trustworthiness, so it’s a weak ethical appeal.
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