Why do authors use rhetoric when writing informational texts?

Responses

to appeal to a reader’s sense of logic

to appeal to a reader’s emotions

to convince a reader that their perspective is reasonable

to complicate their subject matter

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Authors use rhetoric in informational texts primarily to convince a reader that their perspective is reasonable. While appealing to logic and emotions can also be part of their strategy, the overarching goal is often to persuade readers to understand and accept their viewpoint. Rhetoric enhances the effectiveness of the argument by making it more relatable and compelling to the audience.