Listeners determine a speaker's credibility by ascertaining
A) ethics, evidence, and coercion.
B) competence, character, and charisma.
C) attitudes, values, and beliefs.
D) integrity, honesty, and motivation.

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Listeners often evaluate a speaker's credibility based on their perceived competence (knowledge and skill in the subject), character (trustworthiness and integrity), and charisma (ability to engage and inspire the audience). These factors help the audience to trust and be persuaded by the speaker.

Listeners Determine a Speaker's Credibility by Ascertaining