If a New Technology Is Theoretically Possible but Not Practical

question 20

True/False

If a new technology is theoretically possible but not practical economically, the technology will probably not emerge.

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Definitions:

Reporting Bias

The tendency to underreport or selectively report data or research findings, often due to subjective influences or external pressures.

Source Credibility

The level of trustworthiness and expertise attributed to a communication source by a receiver, affecting the persuasive effectiveness of the message.

Mere Exposure Effect

A mental effect in which individuals naturally favor things simply because they recognize them.

Novelty Wear-Out Effect

A phenomenon where the effectiveness or appeal of something new diminishes over time as it becomes familiar or overused.