What are the source factors that influence persuasion? Give one piece of research evidence concerning each of them. Think of a specific real-world example and describe it in terms of these factors

What will be an ideal response?


* Expertise - The greater the perceived expertise of the source of a message, the more persuasive the message.
* Attractiveness - The more attractive the source, the more effective the message.
* Trustworthiness - When speakers appear not to have anything to gain from acceptance of the message, they appear more trustworthy.
* The response should include a real-world example of persuasion and identify the source factors.

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