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A rhetorical question is primarily asked in speech or writing to:

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1obtain diagnostic feedback regarding the quality of the delivery
2achieve a stylistic effect or make a point where no literal answer is expected✓
3clarify a highly technical definition or scientific concept
4gather specific personal information from the audience

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achieve a stylistic effect or make a point where no literal answer is expected

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