Tendency to Pay Attention to Messages Consistent with One's Attitudes

question 87

Multiple Choice

tendency to pay attention to messages consistent with one's attitudes and beliefs and to ignore messages that are inconsistent is referred to as

• A) selective retention.
• B) selective comprehension.
• C) selective exposure.
• D) selective perception.
• E) stimulus discrimination.

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Definitions:

Principles

Fundamental truths or propositions that serve as the foundation for a system of belief, behavior, or reasoning.

Ethical Theory

Philosophical studies that explore the principles of right and wrong conduct, often serving as the foundation for moral decision-making and actions.

Domains

Areas of interest, activity, or knowledge that are distinct and separate but can overlap with others in certain aspects.

Honesty

The quality of being truthful, transparent, and free from deceit or fraud in one's actions and communications.