Why Are People Easier to Persuade When They Are in a Good

question 19

Multiple Choice

Why are people easier to persuade when they are in a good mood versus a bad mood?

• A) Due to the social proof effect
• B) Due to the increased cognitive processing associated with good moods
• C) Because of the inoculation effect
• D) Because people want to stay in a good mood

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