Which of the following offers the best definition of the concept of persuasion ?

A. Persuasion is the use of syllogisms to influence the opinions of readers and listeners.

B. Persuasion is the art of making readers or listeners believe what the writer or speaker is stating.

C. Persuasion is the opposite of rhetoric.

D. Persuasion is the art of lying to good effect.

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