The Risk of Being Affected by a Particular Virus Was

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Short Answer

The risk of being affected by a particular virus was 1 in a 1,000 for people who had not been vaccinated against the virus. For those who had been vaccinated against the virus, the risk was 1 in 15,000. What is the relative risk of catching the virus?

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Definitions:

Fear-inducing Message

A communication strategy designed to elicit fear in the audience in order to change their attitudes or behaviors.

Perception of Danger

The process of recognizing and identifying threats in one's environment.

Role of Fear

Refers to how fear influences behavior and decision-making processes.

Persuasion

The act or process of influencing someone's beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors through argument, reasoning, or appeal.