Contextual Variables That Make It More Likely That a Child

question 115

Multiple Choice

Contextual variables that make it more likely that a child will develop a secure attachment to mother include the following:

• A)the parents have a happy marriage
• B)the family lives in an unsafe neighborhood
• C)the mother is depressed
• D)the family lives in a rural rather than an urban setting

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Definitions:

Central Route Persuasion

A method of persuasion that involves deeply processing the content of the message, leading to lasting attitude change.

Logical Argument

A structured line of reasoning where premises are logically connected to support a conclusion.

Emotional Appeals

Techniques in persuasion that attempt to influence an audience's emotions to gain their support or agreement.

Self-perception Theory

The idea that individuals form their attitudes and opinions by observing their own behavior and concluding what attitudes must have caused it.