Researchers Systematically Varied the Quality of Persuasive Communications That Advocated

question 103

Multiple Choice

Researchers systematically varied the quality of persuasive communications that advocated comprehensive exams for college students, and also varied the prestige of the communicator. Further, some student participants were led to believe that such academic reforms might be carried out in the near future, whereas others were led to believe that such reforms wouldn't occur until long after they had already graduated. Those students who believed that the reforms were a long time in coming were more influenced by communicator prestige than by the quality of the persuasive arguments. These findings support the assertion that __________ route to persuasion.

• A) people high in need for cognition use the central
• B) message relevance influences whether people use the central or peripheral
• C) weak arguments are less persuasive when people use the peripheral
• D) strong arguments are less persuasive when people use the central

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Definitions:

Authentic Voice

A genuine, original, and honest manner of expression that reflects the true personality or beliefs of an individual or brand.

Social Network Groups

Online communities or platforms where individuals with common interests or goals can connect, share, and communicate.

Specific Product

A particular item or service offered by a company, distinguished by its unique features.

Virtual Reality

A simulated experience created by computer technology, which can replicate or create an entirely artificial environment.