In the ELM, elaboration is defined as:

a. expanding on the persuasive arguments
b. engaging in issue-relevant thinking
c. considering the positive arguments
d. increasing the number of arguments

b. engaging in issue-relevant thinking

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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