The principle of selective exposure suggests that listeners __________

a) actively seek out information that supports their existing opinions, beliefs, values, decisions, and behaviors
b) actively seek information that others do not have about them
c) always look for information that negates their preconceived notions of others
d) sometimes look for information that agrees with their negative perceptions of others


Answer: a

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