The effort to sway public opinion through the use of half-truths or by putting narrow interests ahead of broader ones is known as ________.
A)spinning
B)persuasion
C)manipulation
D)puffery
E)public relations

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Manipulation involves using selective information or tactics to influence the beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors of a target audience, often for personal gain or to achieve specific outcomes. Spinning, persuasion, puffery, and public relations may all be used in conjunction with manipulation, but manipulation specifically refers to tactics that prioritize individual interests over the welfare of the public or the truth.

The Effort to Sway Public Opinion Through the Use of Half-Truths