An ad shows three friends wearing sneakers. They are captured jumping mid-air, smiling. The text on the ad says, “It’s a good day to feel like you’re walking on clouds.”
Which example of persuasive language would demonstrate a manipulation of evidence if the writers were to add it to the advertisement?
(1 point)
Responses
“The coolest people wear our sneakers. Join the club.”
“The coolest people wear our sneakers. Join the club.”
“Relish the toe-hugging technology in the most comfortable shoe you’ll ever wear.”
“Relish the toe-hugging technology in the most comfortable shoe you’ll ever wear.”
“Back problem? Skip the doctor and try our sneakers!”
“Back problem? Skip the doctor and try our sneakers!”
“Other brands can cause back and knee problems.”
1 answer
The example of persuasive language that would demonstrate a manipulation of evidence if added to the advertisement is:
“Other brands can cause back and knee problems.”
This statement makes a negative claim about competing products without providing evidence, implying that their sneakers are superior due to the alleged issues caused by others. This is a manipulative tactic that can mislead consumers.
