Michael is trying to convince Paul that a XYZ sports drink will help him lose weight by telling him, "If it works for me, it will work for you." This is an argument by

One common trait Herbert Gans found among American journalists is that they

A) romanticize large cities. B) celebrate rural life. C) prefer stories on corporate individuals who live out the American dream. D) love stories about rugged individualists who overcome adversity.

The most appropriate question for active listening would be

A) "How often has he belittled you and your work?" B) "Why would he put you down?" C) "Don't you think it's time you got the courage to leave him?" D) "Why don't you talk to a counselor or psychologist about your relationship?"