A Message Presenting Only One Side of an Issue Will

question 133

Multiple Choice

A message presenting only one side of an issue will be more effective than a two-sided communication if

• A)the issue is of great personal significance to the audience and tends to elicit strong emotion.
• B)the communicator has only moderate credibility or attractiveness.
• C)the audience tends to agree with the advocated position and will not hear the opposing side.
• D)the audience is well-informed and is already aware of the opposing arguments.

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Definitions:

Analytic Thought

A cognitive process focused on breaking down complex information into smaller components for easier understanding and problem-solving.

Intuitive Thought

A way of thinking that relies on instinctive feeling rather than conscious reasoning or evidence.

Body Dissatisfaction

A negative perception of one's own body image, often leading to psychological distress and can influence the development of eating disorders.

Dual-Process Model

A cognitive theory that suggests there are two systems of thought - one that is fast, automatic, and emotional, and another that is slower, more deliberate, and logical.