The Source of a Message Has an Impact on Whether

question 69

Multiple Choice

The source of a message has an impact on whether the message will be accepted or not. Two particularly important source characteristics are ________.

• A) culture and ethnicity
• B) credibility and attractiveness
• C) credibility and recency
• D) attractiveness and recency

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Definitions:

LMX

Leader-Member Exchange theory, which focuses on the relationship between leaders and each of their followers individually, suggesting that better relationships result in higher organizational outcomes.

In-group

A social group toward which an individual feels loyalty and respect, often distinguishing members from those in the out-group.

More Responsibility

Refers to an increase in the duties or tasks assigned to an individual, typically implying greater accountability.

Leader

A person who influences a group towards achieving a common goal.