How Does the Propinquity Effect Differ from the Mere Exposure

question 32

Multiple Choice

How does the propinquity effect differ from the mere exposure effect?

• A) The propinquity effect argues that we like people we interact with frequently whereas the mere exposure effect argues that a single interaction is enough to foster liking.
• B) The mere exposure effect has been found with both humans and animals; however, the propinquity effect occurs only with humans.
• C) The mere exposure effect describes how the propinquity effect occurs.
• D) The propinquity effect is a more powerful influence on liking than the mere exposure effect.
• E) The propinquity effect and the mere exposure effect both describe the same psychological phenomenon.

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