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Some people say that advertising is extremely successful at persuading us to buy things. Other people think that advertising is so common that we no longer pay attention to it. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledgement or experience.

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In
this
 era where advertising is ubiquitous, some
people
 believe that advertising can be very successful in persuading
people
in shopping
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, but others believe that advertising is
too
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 universal that we don’t need to take notes of it.
Form
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 my perspective, there is some truth to both views.
On
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 one stage of the argument
was that
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,
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 many
people
think
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thought
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 advertising
is
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 a highly successful marketing strategy for businesses, which stimulated
people
’s desire to purchase. The main reason is that in the era of
internet
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the internet
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, advertising can be placed anywhere and it is becoming increasingly easy for
people
 to see the idea of wanting to buy something after the advertisement is placed.
On the other hand
, many
business
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businesses
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 make advertisements very obscure. Subtly encourage them to make purchases.
On the other hand
, the opposite argument is that
some one
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someone
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think
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 advertising is already widespread so there is no need for deliberate attention. Advertising is now quite common and can be seen on almost all social networks.
For example
, many videos are interspersed with advertisements, which can be seen even without intentional attention. In my personal
opinon
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opinion
, the increase in the number and breadth of advertisements can indeed persuade
people
 to buy a lot of products.
And the
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 advertisement provides a detailed introduction to the product allowing buyers to freely choose and promoting consumption. In summary, both views can be justified on merits. Advertising has always brought benefits to
people
 in
this
 convenient era, allowing citizens to choose freely.
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Writing Style
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Specific Examples
While you have included some relevant examples, incorporating more specific instances or data to support your arguments could further strengthen your essay.
Perspective Consistency
Ensure uniformity in perspective throughout your essay. Switching between perspectives without clear transitions can confuse readers.
Introduction
Your introduction effectively sets the stage for the discussion by presenting both viewpoints and your opinion, which establishes a clear structure for the essay.
Understanding of Topic
You've demonstrated a good understanding of the topic and presented clear comprehensive ideas that contribute to an effective argument.
Conclusion
The conclusion successfully wraps up the essay, summarizing the discussion and reiterating your stance, providing a cohesive end to your argument.

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    • Sentence 1 - Background statement
    • Sentence 2 - Detailed background statement
    • Sentence 3 - Thesis
    • Sentence 4 - Outline sentence
  • Paragraph 2 - First supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 3 - Second supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 4 - Conclusion
    • Sentence 1 - Summary
    • Sentence 2 - Restatement of thesis
    • Sentence 3 - Prediction or recommendation

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