Creating a Sense of Discomfort by Pointing Out Inconsistencies,then Offering

question 49

Multiple Choice

Creating a sense of discomfort by pointing out inconsistencies,then offering a way to reduce that discomfort,is a persuasive strategy called _____.

• A) values erosion
• B) motivating with positive appeals
• C) cognitive dissonance
• D) inductive reasoning

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Definitions:

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