In Regards to Source Credibility, Gass & Seiter Argue That

question 76

Multiple Choice

In regards to source credibility, Gass & Seiter argue that

• A) relying on source credibility is perfectly fine
• B) relying on the primary dimensions of credibility is justified, relying on the secondary dimensions is not
• C) relying on credibility as the principle means of persuasion short-circuits critical thinking
• D) receivers should consider the evidence or proof contained in a persuasive message, not the source

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Definitions:

Fiscal Policy

The use of government spending and taxation to influence the economy, including efforts to adjust the level of aggregate demand through public expenditure and taxation rates.

National Debt

The full amount of capital that a country's political authority has borrowed through a range of means.

Economic Growth

An increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over a period, often measured by GDP growth.

Budget Deficits

The situation that occurs when a government spends more money than it receives in revenue over a specific period of time.