The Theory of Affective Intelligence States That When Messages Contain

question 5

Multiple Choice

The theory of affective intelligence states that when messages contain negative information that triggers people's emotions, they will ______.

• A) experience the hostile media effect
• B) heighten their attention and carefully process the information
• C) selectively avoid the information and quickly forget it
• D) become depressed

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Definitions:

Eyewitness Memory

The recollection by an individual of events they have witnessed, important in legal contexts but known for its potential inaccuracy.

Mock Witnesses

Individuals used in legal or psychological experiments simulating real witnesses to understand the reliability and factors affecting eyewitness testimony.

Leading Questions

Questions designed to suggest a particular answer, often used in a way that influences the response of the person being asked.

Bias

Bias refers to a tendency, inclination, or prejudice towards or against something or someone, often in a way considered to be unfair.