What Might Be a Purpose of the Mere Exposure Effect

question 103

Multiple Choice

What might be a purpose of the mere exposure effect from an evolutionary perspective?

• A)to avoid unfamiliar and possibly dangerous stimuli
• B)to reduce prejudice among different peoples
• C)to encourage openness to new and possibly beneficial stimuli
• D)to reduce rates of reproduction

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