Which of the Following Concerning the Use of Fear Appeals

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following concerning the use of fear appeals is not supported by research?

• A) Fear appeals may motivate change by increasing the incentive to think carefully about the arguments in the message.
• B) Fear appeals are generally less effective than messages that do not provoke fear.
• C) Fear appeals are most effective when they include specific information on how to avoid the threat.
• D) Fear arousal may reduce the ability of already fearful message recipients to carefully process a message.

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Definitions:

Absorption

The process by which substances are taken up into or across tissues, such as the absorption of nutrients through the intestinal tract into the bloodstream.

Lipoproteins

Molecules made of fat and protein that transport lipids (fats) in the blood.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body, necessary for making hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help digest foods.

LDL

Low-Density Lipoprotein, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, which can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease.