Politicians often preface their remarks with statements such as "I know that my opponent will try to tell you that I'm weak on crime." This strategy is an example of
a. low self-esteem.
b. use of the central route to persuasion.
c. attitude inoculation.
d. fear-based persuasion.
Answer: C
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