In Persuasive Communication, the Inoculation Effect Refers to

question 11

Multiple Choice

In persuasive communication, the inoculation effect refers to

• A)the situation in which listeners have heard too many of your arguments and consequently feel that you are pressuring them too much on this issue.
• B)the situation in which you easily persuade others because they perceive you as highly credible and trustworthy.
• C)warning listeners that your ideas are probably incorrect and should therefore be ignored.
• D)the situation in which you use written rather than verbal channels of communication to persuade other people.
• E)warning listeners about arguments that others will use to influence them against your position.

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Definitions:

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Chordate

Animal that has both a brain and a spinal cord.

Forebrain

The anterior part of the brain, including the cerebral hemispheres, thalamus, and hypothalamus, responsible for complex behaviors and mental processes.

Mammals

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