When People Process Information Thoughtfully, the Content of the Message

question 53

Multiple Choice

When people process information thoughtfully, the content of the message primarily determines people's reactions to the ______________; when people process information less thoughtfully, factors like _____________ influence the persuasiveness of the message.

• A) persuasive appeal-people are persuaded by bad arguments and not persuaded by good arguments; the attractiveness of the communicator
• B) persuasive appeal-people are persuaded by good arguments and not persuaded by bad arguments; the mood people are in
• C) persuasive appeal-people are persuaded by bad arguments and not persuaded by good arguments; the number of arguments that are being made
• D) persuasive appeal-people are persuaded by good arguments and not persuaded by bad arguments; the time of day

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Definitions:

Guidelines

Systematic instructions or principles designed to navigate actions or decisions towards a specific outcome.

Universal Motives

Fundamental drives and needs that are common across all humans, regardless of culture or background.

Human Motives

The internal drives, desires, and needs that prompt individuals to act or behave in certain ways.

Modern-Day Civic Clubs

Contemporary organizations or groups that engage in voluntary work and community service with the aim of improving society and the well-being of its members.