While addressing his associates, Louis, the manager of an organization, used phrases like "Imagine what you would do …" and "What would you do if the following experience happened to you?" What does the use of such expressions signify?
A)Louis used hypothetical illustrations in his speech.
B)Louis used literal analogies in his speech.
C)Louis used operational classifications in his speech.
D)Louis used figurative analogies in his speech.

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Louis's use of phrases like "Imagine what you would do …" and "What would you do if the following experience happened to you?" indicates that he was using hypothetical illustrations. These phrases prompt listeners to envision themselves in certain situations, which is characteristic of hypothetical scenarios rather than literal or figurative analogies, or operational classifications.

While Addressing His Associates, Louis, the Manager of an Organization