Which of the Following Statements Supports Defenders of Persuasive Advertising

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements supports defenders of persuasive advertising in terms of Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory?

• A)It is natural for individuals to move to higher-order needs such as self-esteem.
• B)The basic needs of all individuals are not met in society.
• C)Advertising determines how well people can satisfy their basic needs.
• D)Consumers lack the ability to defend themselves against persuasive advertisements.
• E)Consumers do not have the freedom to make their own purchase decisions.

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