Which of the Following Statements Is True of Source Credibility

question 50

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of source credibility?

• A) Highly credible sources are also highly skilled.
• B) Source credibility does not affect the effectiveness of communication.
• C) Receivers may pay close attention to the messages of credible sources.
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Harassment

Unwanted or unwelcome behavior that causes discomfort or harm, which can be sexual, verbal, physical, or psychological in nature.

Discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, sex, or disability.

Perceptual Distortions

Perceptual Distortions are errors in judgment or misinterpretations of sensory information, which can affect understandings and decisions by distorting reality.

Stereotypes

An individual’s fixed beliefs about the characteristics of a particular group.