A Highly Discrepant Message Is Least Likely to Be Persuasive

question 35

Multiple Choice

A highly discrepant message is least likely to be persuasive if the audience

• A)is deeply involved in the issue.
• B)is youthful.
• C)views the communicator as credible.
• D)is in a happy mood.

Identify and differentiate between various listening styles and their application in different contexts.

Recognize the impact of gender on listening preferences and strategies.

Comprehend the differences between speech rate and thought rate and their implications for communication.

Identify forms of communication interference and barriers to effective listening.

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