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Principles and Concepts of Persuasion Quiz

#1

What is the concept of 'social proof' in persuasion?

Presenting evidence of others' actions to influence behavior
Explanation

Social Proof: Influencing through others' actions showcases social validation.

#2

What is the principle of persuasion that involves using experts or authority figures to influence behavior?

Authority
Explanation

Authority: Influencing behavior through experts or authority figures.

#3

What is the principle of persuasion that involves feeling obligated to repay others for what they have done for us?

Reciprocity
Explanation

Reciprocity: Obligation to reciprocate influences behavior.

#4

What is the principle of persuasion that involves using consensus or social proof to influence behavior?

Social proof
Explanation

Social Proof: Consensus or social proof shapes behavior.

#5

What is the principle of persuasion that involves getting someone to agree to a small request before asking for a larger one?

Commitment
Explanation

Commitment: Starting with small agreements paves the way for larger ones.

#6

Which principle of persuasion involves making a request more appealing by presenting it as an opportunity rather than a demand?

Reciprocity
Explanation

Reciprocity: Making requests seem like opportunities fosters compliance.

#7

In persuasion, what does the 'foot-in-the-door' technique involve?

Making a small request first, followed by a larger request
Explanation

Foot-in-the-door: Starting with a small request primes for a larger one.

#8

Which principle of persuasion involves creating a sense of urgency by highlighting the limited availability of a product or service?

Scarcity
Explanation

Scarcity: Highlighting limited availability induces urgency.

#9

Which principle of persuasion emphasizes the importance of maintaining consistency in one's words and actions?

Consistency
Explanation

Consistency: Emphasizing consistency enhances persuasive impact.

#10

Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the effectiveness of persuasion?

Time of day
Explanation

Not an Influence: Time of day does not directly affect persuasion effectiveness.

#11

Which of the following is NOT a principle of persuasion according to Robert Cialdini's six principles?

Transparency
Explanation

Not a Principle: Transparency is not among Cialdini's persuasion principles.

#12

What is the 'contrast principle' in persuasion?

Highlighting differences to make something seem more desirable
Explanation

Contrast: Making something seem desirable by highlighting differences.

#13

What is the 'anchoring effect' in persuasion?

Using a reference point to influence decision-making
Explanation

Anchoring Effect: Influence decision-making using a reference point.

#14

What is the 'primacy effect' in persuasion?

Giving more weight to information presented first
Explanation

Primacy Effect: Information presented first holds more influence.

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