In class, Tony learns how to recognize persuasive strategies a car sales associate might employ when Tony buys his dream car. Tony's newfound awareness will allow Tony not to fall for bad persuasion (either poorly constructed, overly coercive, or unethical). This is an example of _____________ of studying persuasion.

A the credibility function

B the knowledge function

C the awareness function

D the defensive function

E the Debunking function