When students arrived for the speech by Joe Clark,they had already seen posters around campus with his picture and the mention of a movie about him,Lean on Me,which many had even seen.In his speech of introduction,the student body president complimented Clark's achievements and commented upon his awards and recognition.The publicity and the introduction enhanced Mr.Clark's _____ credibility.
A) initial
B) derived
C) terminal
D) vicarious

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Initial credibility refers to the perception of a speaker's credibility before they begin speaking, which is influenced by their reputation, achievements, and any prior information the audience has about them. The posters and introduction contributed to Mr. Clark's initial credibility.

When Students Arrived for the Speech by Joe Clark,they Had