Trini does not have enough evidence for her persuasive speech on the importance of adopting animals. She plans to show many pictures of cute dogs and cats to draw attention away from her lack of preparation. Which fallacious appeal to emotions does this represent?
A. emotions as proof
B. appeals to pity
C. emotional appeals as diversion
D. ad hominem argument
Answer: C
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