What Might Be a Purpose of the Mere Exposure Effect

question 95

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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