The Price of a Gallon of Gasoline at the Pump

question 69

Multiple Choice

The price of a gallon of gasoline at the pump increased by 10 percent at the same time that the inflation rate was 5 percent. The nominal price of gasoline ________, and the real price of gasoline ________.

• A)increased; increased
• B)increased; decreased
• C)increased; did not change
• D)decreased; increased

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Definitions:

Peripheral Route

A method of persuasion that relies on superficial cues rather than the strength of arguments, often influencing attitudes without deep processing.

Inoculation Theory

A social psychological and communication theory that explains how attitudes and beliefs can be made more resistant to change by exposing them to counter-arguments.

Novel Arguments

Innovative or unique lines of reasoning or persuasion not previously presented or considered.

Persuasion

The act or process of influencing someone's beliefs, attitudes, intentions, motivations, or behaviors through communication.