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SELF-SERVING ARGUMENT [1 record]

Record 1 2004-05-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Communication and Information Management
  • Oral Presentations
CONT

Using anecdotical examples in lieu of using a more convincing style of argument, using pithy statements or jargon, using a self-serving style of argument directed at the applicant rather than the afflicted community.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Gestion des communications et de l'information
  • Exposés et communications orales
CONT

Énoncés lapidaires ou formulés en jargon, argumentation auto-référentielle plutôt que centrée sur la collectivité visée.

Spanish

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