An ad that criticizes an opponent and advocates policies of the sponsoring candidate is an example of a(n)__________ ad.

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A contrast ad highlights the differences between the sponsoring candidate's policies and those of the opponent, whereas a negative or attack ad focuses on attacking the opponent's character or record. Dilatory refers to delaying tactics and flip-flop implies inconsistency in one's position, neither of which accurately describe this type of ad.

An Ad That Criticizes an Opponent and Advocates Policies of the Sponsoring