Question

1. (03.07 hc) smith, a candidate running against the current senator, says, the senator has voted against health - care. she is not in line with the principles of our party. jones, the senator, responds, my esteemed opponent neglected to mention i only voted against a health - care plan because it would have actually reduced citizen benefits. which of the following statements explains smiths use of bias in their quote? (3 points) omission - smith wanted to reduce support for jones. accuracy - smith wanted to increase support for jones. point of view - smith wanted to increase support for jones. emotional appeal - smith wanted to reduce support for jones.

Explanation:

Smith is using emotional appeal by highlighting the senator's vote against health - care and lack of alignment with party principles to reduce support for Jones. This is a form of bias as it plays on emotions rather than presenting a full, objective picture.

Answer:

Emotional appeal - Smith wanted to reduce support for Jones.