An Ad for a New Allergy Medication Includes a Bar

question 29

Multiple Choice

An ad for a new allergy medication includes a bar graph which demonstrates the product's superiority by contrasting its allergy symptom relief abilities with other allergy medications. This is consistent with which basic motivational functions?

• A) the ego-defensive function
• B) the knowledge function
• C) the utilitarian function
• D) the value-expressive function
• E) the intention function

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Definitions:

Lymphocytes

A type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system, helping the body fight infection and disease.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting attention and responding actions in the brain.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of well-being and happiness, along with regulating mood, appetite, and sleep.

Type A Personality

A personality type characterized by competitiveness, impatience, aggressiveness, and a high level of stress.