Which of the following is an example of the negative influence of persuasion?

A. A politician gives a national speech, and his poll numbers go up.
B. A real estate agent talks a couple into buying a house they cannot afford.
C. A doctor convinces her patient to quit smoking, and her blood pressure drops.
D. A community leader encourages people to clean up litter in a playground.


Answer: B

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