Question

1 select the correct answer. which rhetorical strategy attempts to convince the audience that the writer deserves respect? a. citing statistics b. citing expert opinion c. ethical appeal d. emotional appeal

Explanation:

Ethical appeal (ethos) aims to establish the writer's credibility and moral character, thus earning the audience's respect. Citing statistics is a form of logical appeal (logos), citing expert opinion can also be part of logical appeal or to add credibility but not specifically to show the writer deserves respect on their own. Emotional appeal (pathos) targets the audience's feelings.

Answer:

C. ethical appeal