If people give logical and intelligent reasons why they shouldn't change their attitudes, it is called:
Correct answer: D. refuting the argument
- A. distorting the argument
- B. rejecting the source
- C. rationalizing the argument
- D. refuting the argument
Explanation
Refuting the argument means producing reasons or counterarguments against a persuasive message in order to preserve one's existing attitude. Rejecting the source attacks the communicator's credibility instead of the logic of the message.
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