Which of the Following Characteristics Would Be the Least Likely

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics would be the least likely to enhance the persuasiveness of a communicator?

• A) having a communicator who is physically attractive
• B) having a communicator who conveys a very strong viewpoint
• C) having a communicator who is likeable
• D) having a communicator who is perceived as being similar to you

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Definitions:

Observed Findings

Results or outcomes that have been noticed or recorded during a research study or experiment.

Meta-Analysis

A statistical technique that combines the results of multiple scientific studies to identify patterns, contradictions, or other insights.

Placebo Effect

A phenomenon where a patient experiences a perceived improvement in condition due to the belief in the efficacy of a treatment, despite the treatment having no therapeutic effect.

Response Set

A tendency of some respondents to answer survey questions in a particular way, regardless of the content.