Which of the following is NOT an example of a hidden negative?
A) "But" after a positive statement.
B) "But" after a negative statement.
C) "Now Choco Puffs taste better."
D) "Please be patient during the transition."
E) All of the above are examples of a hidden negative.

Question

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"Hidden negatives" are statements that imply a negative aspect without directly stating it. Option B, "But" after a negative statement, does not fit this definition because it follows a negative statement directly, rather than implying a negative aspect hidden within a seemingly positive or neutral statement.

Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of a Hidden