Which of the following statements regarding the use of weak arguments in persuasive communication is most accurate?
A) The key determinant of the effectiveness of a persuasive message seems to be the ratio of strong arguments to weak arguments.
B) The more arguments one presents, the more effective the message will be, regardless of the strength of the arguments.
C) Adding weak arguments to a persuasive message will likely do more harm than good to one's case.
D) Weak arguments will enhance the effectiveness of a persuasive communication as long as they are presented clearly.
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