Research Has Shown That Fear-Based Appeals Are Especially Effective When

question 144

Multiple Choice

Research has shown that fear-based appeals are especially effective when ____. ​

• A)particularly horrifying photos are shown
• B)people are already very frightened
• C)people are unfamiliar with the issue being addressed
• D)written warnings are accompanied by pictures

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