Speakers are generally less persuasive if they obviously want to change our opinions,such as a salesperson trying to convince us to buy a car.Which speaker characteristic does this demonstrate?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This demonstrates intent, as it is obvious that the salesperson's objective is to change our opinions and get us to buy a car. Speakers who are perceived as having an ulterior motive or trying to manipulate the audience are usually less persuasive.

Speakers Are Generally Less Persuasive If They Obviously Want to Change