Question

Which of the following theories states that persuaders can be effective when they anticipate the objections of a persuadee and address those objections before they arise A. Inoculation theory

B. The attribution theory

C. Cognitive dissonance theory

D. The expectancy theory

Answer 1

Option A

Inoculation Theory

Step-by-step explanation:

• This theory was propounded by McGuire in light of a circumstance where the objective is the persuasion of a person by not being persuaded by others.
• This theory presents a model for obstructing the attempts of being persuaded by presenting people to contentions against their convictions and giving them counter arguments to discredit attacks.
• This theory thus helps to defend the beliefs of the people with the help of communication.