Question

Which event is an example of a hortatory, or encouraging, technique? A. a hefty fine issued for driving more than 10 miles per hour over the speed limit B. a government program that provides citizens with new job-training opportunities
C. a tax imposed on people who buy motorboats with large, loud engines D. a sign in a restaurant that states “Think before you smoke—secondhand smoke kills”
E. a tax credit that helps citizens purchase electric or hybrid vehicles

Answer 1

Answer:

It's actually "D" the smoking kills one.

Explanation:

Hortatory techniques scare people by appealing to their better judgement - such as smoking. If you smoke, you can die from lung cancer. Don't want lung cancer? Stop smoking.

I got this right on my test for PLATO.

Answer 2

"A government program that provides citizens with new job-training opportunities" is the event among the choices given in the question that is an example of a hortatory, or encouraging, technique. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the second option or option "B".