Which of the Following Statements About Subliminal Perception Is Most

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about subliminal perception is most accurate?

• A) The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) believes that subliminal perception is effective with a sizeable number of consumers.
• B) Subliminal messages are illegal in the United States.
• C) Subliminal messages are more effective now due to the advances in computer-generated images and graphics in movies and TV programs.
• D) About half of U.S. consumers think that subliminal messages can cause them to buy things they don't want.
• E) The use of subliminal messaging is monitored by the Better Business Bureau.

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