In what forms of communication are you least likely to see connotation used? research papers advertisements political speeches persuasive writing

The correct answer is A. Research papers

Explanation:

In communication, the connotation refers to the meaning of words or expressions that is secondary or related to a cultural context, feeling or experience. This meaning is different from the literal meaning or denotation that is considered as universal or shared by the speaker of a language.

In terms of use, connotative meaning or connotation can be found in regular speech, political speeches, persuasive texts, and advertisements because in this, authors do not only use the literal regular meaning of words but use alternative meanings or connotations to convince the audience. However, in the case of research papers or academic writing, it is not likely to find connotation as in these authors need to be clear and avoid ambiguity or the use of alternative meanings and therefore they are expected to use only literal meaning or denotation.