Which Statement Best Reflects Gass & Seiter's Perspective on verbal

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which statement best reflects Gass & Seiter's perspective on verbal aggression in political campaigns?

• A) Attacks aimed at a politician's character, so long as they are truthful, are useful in helping voters make an informed choice.
• B) Attacks aimed at a politician's policy positions are fine, but attacks on a politician's character cross the line.
• C) Attacks aimed at a politician's character are unethical and should be avoided.
• D) Attacks aimed at a politician's character are likely to backfire.

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Definitions:

Obscene Phone Calls

Unsolicited and unwanted phone calls involving sexually explicit or offensive language.

Sexual Behaviors

Acts or practices related to the expression of sexuality, including a wide range of activities from intimate touching to sexual intercourse.

Socially Acceptable

Pertains to behaviors or norms that are considered acceptable or appropriate within a society or social group.

Culturally Normal

Behaviors, practices, or norms that are widely accepted and considered typical within a particular society or culture.