When you provide a "brief look" at an opposing argument to try to make your audience immune to that counter argument,you are acting according to what theory?
A)safest course
B)inoculation
C)problem-solution
D)persuasive speaking

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This is the inoculation theory, which suggests that by exposing the audience to a weaker form of opposing arguments, they will be able to resist stronger versions of the counterargument that may be presented in the future. This strengthens their original belief and makes it immune to future attacks.

When You Provide a "Brief Look" at an Opposing Argument