What Is a Reputation System

question 29

Multiple Choice

What is a reputation system?

• A)An online marketing concept in which the advertiser attempts to gain attention by providing content in the context of the user's experience in terms of its content, format, style, or placement.
• B)Buyers post feedback on sellers.
• C)Created and updated by many users for many users.
• D)Refers to the wisdom of the crowd.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon occurring when an individual holds contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values, often leading to discomfort and a motivation to change.

Situational Attributions

The process of explaining an individual's behavior as being the result of external circumstances or the situation, rather than internal personality characteristics.

Roles

The functions or parts played by individuals in a particular social, professional, or other contexts.

Peripheral Route Persuasion

A method of persuasion that relies on superficial cues or endorsements, rather than logical argument, to influence opinions or attitudes.