Which sentence best states the central idea of the
passage?
What type of evidence does the passage provide to
support the central idea?

Select the correct answer. which of the following is a defining characteristic of an ethical appeal? a. gives the idea that the writer is sympathetic and respectable b. takes into account information collected through data such as statistics c. focuses on providing an accurate, fact-based picture of the topic d. tries to influence the audience by citing expert opinions