In a persuasion study conducted by McGuire (1964), participants exposed to weak arguments that contradicted common knowledge or beliefs were _______ likely to be persuaded by ________ two days later
a. more; fear appeals
b. less; emotional appeals
c. less; stronger arguments
d. more; weaker arguments
Answer: C
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