The Tendency to Be Persuaded by Others Who Are Similar

question 160

Multiple Choice

The tendency to be persuaded by others who are similar to us, or who are physically attractive, illustrates the importance of ____.

• A) source credibility
• B) source trustworthiness
• C) source likeability
• D) the central route to persuasion

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Definitions:

Overweight

Having more body fat than is optimally healthy, often defined as a body mass index (BMI) over the normal range.

American Adults

Individuals over the age of 18 living in the United States, encompassing a diverse range of backgrounds, cultures, and lifestyles.

Leptin

A hormone produced by fat cells that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger, thereby governing fat storage in the body.

Obese People

Individuals who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, indicating a level of body fat that may have negative effects on health.