1. What is the purpose of the rhetorical device called hyperbole?

 Synonym for euphemism

To bring humor to a difficult analysis

Exaggerating for effect Sarcastic claim

Based on unwarranted assumptions

2. What is the personal ad hominem fallacy?

Attacking an argument based on the personal shortcomings of the one making the argument

The status given to an argument based on the fame and good reputation of the originating person

Attacking an argument based on the confusion of what the author has presented before

Attacking an argument because of who presented it

Attributing added value to an argument based on who has presented it

3. To the overall topic of burden of proof, what is the purpose of the rule called affirmative/negative plausibility?

Other things being equal, the burden of proof falls automatically on those supporting it affirmatively.

Other things being equal, the burden of proof is shared by all parties that have a shared interest in the outcome.

Other things being equal, the burden of proof rests with the parties with the most to lose.

Other things being equal, the burden of proof rests with neither party automatically.

Other things being equal, the first decision must be who must bear the burden of proof.