Asked by
Mercedes Aviles
on Dec 22, 2024Verified
The local police really wants to convince young drivers to slow down. They host a mock accident along with gory images of mangled people, squashed cars, fire engines and ambulances in the college parking lot. The evidence for the effectiveness of such messages is:
A) very clear-they are very effective.
B) that they are completely desensitising.
C) not clear-the results are mixed.
D) dependent on how frightened people get.
Mock Accident
A simulated event or situation created to study responses, behaviors, or the effectiveness of safety measures.
Gory Images
are graphic visuals depicting blood, violence, or gruesome scenes, often evoking strong emotional reactions of shock, disgust, or horror.
- Understand the effectiveness and limitations of fear-based messages in persuasion.
Verified Answer
BK
Learning Objectives
- Understand the effectiveness and limitations of fear-based messages in persuasion.
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