Aristotle's ethos refers to
A) speaker credibility
B) a speaker's set of beliefs
C) the persuasive use of evidence
D) all of the above

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Aristotle's ethos is the credibility of the speaker, which helps to establish trust with the audience. It includes the speaker's reputation, character, and expertise. B refers to the speaker's beliefs or values, while C refers to the use of evidence to persuade the audience, which are also important factors but not specifically related to ethos.

Aristotle's Ethos Refers to