People Typically Filter the Messages They Receive Because

question 98

Multiple Choice

People typically filter the messages they receive because:

• A)they have a capacity for listening at a speed that far exceeds the ability of the fastest speaker.
• B)they are overwhelmed with incoming information and have to decide which information will be remembered and processed.
• C)they can't give full attention to every message due to information overload.
• D)sometimes they want something to be true so badly that they interpret the message to make it true.

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Definitions:

Blogger

An individual who writes or maintains a blog, sharing information, opinions, or personal experiences online.

Halo effect

A cognitive bias where the impression of a person, brand, or product in one area positively influences one's opinion or feelings in another area.

Consistency Principle

The psychological tendency for individuals to seek harmony and consistency among their beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors.

Sleeper Effect

A delayed increase in the persuasive impact of a message, where the message becomes more effective over time after the initial exposure.