Which of the Following Is an Example of a Rumor

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a rumor?

• A)the idea that the broadcast of War of the Worlds convinced thousands that Martians had landed in New Jersey
• B)the idea that body disfigurement instills horror in a segment of the population
• C)the idea that computer systems worldwide would crash when the year 2000 began
• D)the idea that the Central Intelligence Agency and the National Security Agency are planting listening devices in everyone's homes

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Definitions:

Cultural Context

The various societal norms, values, beliefs, and practices that influence and shape the way messages are understood and interpreted.

Communication

The process of exchanging information, ideas, or feelings between individuals or groups, typically through speaking, writing, or using some other medium.

Environmental Stimuli

External factors or changes in the environment that can evoke a physical or behavioral response.

Information Overload

A state where one is exposed to more information than they can process, leading to difficulty in understanding or making decisions.