Negative perceptions of hurtful messages increase under all of the following circumstances EXCEPT when

a. message is emphasized with high intensity.
b. harsh negative language is used.
c. the individual who is targeted in the message has high self-esteem.
d. the message occurs in presence of others.

C

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Fill in the blank with correct word

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According to the text, true ________ is unethical advocacy on behalf of an ideology using largely emotional argument that conceals in order to assemble a mass movement on behalf of or against that ideology

a. propaganda b. interactive media c. doublespeak d. coercion

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