Politicians often preface their remarks with statements such as I ...

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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.

Question 2

Attitude inoculation is the process of making people immune to persuasion attempts by
 
  a. exposing them to arguments against their position.
  b. exposing them to arguments in support of their position.
  c. encouraging them to feel positive about the position that they hold.
  d. encouraging them to keep an open mind.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A

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