When a parent explains his or her actions by telling a child, "because I'm older than you and I say so," he or she is using
A) an authoritative argument
B) a motivational argument
C) a substantive argument
D) All of the above

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An authoritative argument relies on authority or position rather than evidence or reasoning, which is what the parent is doing by citing their age and authority.

When a Parent Explains His or Her Actions by Telling