What Term Describes the Idea That One Cannot Be Sure

question 7

Multiple Choice

What term describes the idea that one cannot be sure if God or gods exist?

• A)agnosticism
• B)atheism
• C)absolutism
• D)multitheism

Understand the impacts of individual differences (e.g., self-esteem, intelligence) on receptivity and susceptibility to persuasive messages.

Recognize how cultural differences influence the effectiveness of group-oriented versus individual-oriented persuasive messages.

Identify strategies for enhancing the persuasiveness of messages, including the role of distraction and argument strength.

Understand the concept of cognitive miser and its implications for how people process persuasive messages.

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Definitions:

Competitiveness

Refers to the desire to be more successful than others.

Risk Taking

The act of engaging in behaviors or decisions that have the potential for negative consequences but are pursued for potential positive outcomes.

Need To Belong

An innate human desire to form and maintain strong, stable relationships with others.

Interpersonal Contact

Direct interaction between two or more individuals, involving communication or physical presence.