Question 1

Which of the following is a feature of persuasive communication?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is only applicable to verbal communication.
B)  It is an attempt to trap someone into taking action favorable to the communicator.
C)  It involves an honest presentation of information.
D)  It always utilizes the hard sell technique.

Question 2

A company is faced with the challenge of communicating to its employees a significant change in its policies. How should the management effectively communicate this change to its employees?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inform employees directly that they must accept the change.
B)  Coerce the employees to accept the change.
C)  Give the employees monetary compensation in order to accept the change.
D)  Emphasize the benefits employees gain from the change.

Question 3

In a sales message, the last paragraph should:

Accepted Answer

A)  include an attention getter to propel the reader into action.
B)  include testimonials and guarantees.
C)  be detailed to convince the reader to make a purchase decision.
D)  ask confidently for action, avoiding "I hope" and "if" phrasing.

Question 4

An effective persuasive message should use concrete and specific language to create an accurate representation of the product, service, or idea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is a difference between routine and persuasive claim messages?

Accepted Answer

A)  Unlike routine claims, persuasive claims do not use the inductive sequence.
B)  Unlike routine claims, persuasive claims decrease goodwill toward the company.
C)  Unlike routine claims, persuasive claims do not begin with an adjustment request.
D)  Unlike routine claims, persuasive claims are unjustifiable and cannot avoid problems.

Question 6

Outline the inductive pattern used while writing persuasive messages.

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Question 7

A message that is sent in response to a sales information request requires an attention-getting sentence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Eduardo concludes his sales message for video game subscriptions by instructing receivers, "Let us hear from you if you are interested in subscribing to our service," which is an effective request for action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Explain how Maslow's need hierarchy can help a person write a more effective persuasive message to the receiver.

Accepted Answer

Some people might respond favorably to a...

Question 10

Which of the following suggestions should be followed while writing an effective persuasive claim message?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use a deductive sequence.
B)  Begin by asking for an adjustment.
C)  Stress an appeal throughout the message.
D)  Take advantage of the adjusters.

Question 11

Mary wants to write a memo to a team of people who will help her launch a new product line for the company. She wants to convince them that their extensive commitment is justified because the product is important to the company's future. She should employ the deductive approach while writing the memo.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Josef responds to product advertisements that focus on convenience, durability, and service. These benefits of the advertised products appeal to his _____ needs of Maslow's need hierarchy.

Accepted Answer

A)  security
B)  social
C)  ego
D)  self-actualization A

Question 13

Which of the following is true of claim messages?

Accepted Answer

A)  They have legal obligations attached to the message.
B)  They help companies identify problem areas.
C)  They always require the use of persuasion.
D)  They are usually received from unethical individuals.

Question 14

Marcus is writing a persuasive message asking his employees to complete an online company survey. Which of the following suggestions should he follow while writing this message?

Accepted Answer

A)  Keep paragraphs long and detailed.
B)  Use concrete nouns and active verbs.
C)  Focus the spotlight on benefits to the company.
D)  Use the deductive outline. B

Question 15

Describe persuasive communication within an organization.

Accepted Answer

The majority of memos are of a routine n...

Question 16

The principles used in selling an idea are similar to those used in selling products.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is a difference between solicited and unsolicited sales messages?

Accepted Answer

A)  Unlike solicited sales messages, unsolicited sales messages are always subjective.
B)  Unlike solicited sales messages, unsolicited sales messages require attention-getters.
C)  Unlike solicited sales messages, unsolicited sales messages offer guarantees.
D)  Unlike solicited sales messages, unsolicited sales messages follow the deductive outline.

Question 18

Which of the following is an effective statement for requesting action?

Accepted Answer

A)  Make your purchase before December 15, and receive your rebate.
B)  Make a decision soon and you might get your product delivered immediately.
C)  Let us hear from you about your purchase decision.
D)  We hope you will fill out your preferences for us to customize the product. A

Question 19

Which of the following is effective for gaining attention in an unsolicited sales message?

Accepted Answer

A)  A request for action
B)  A startling announcement
C)  A long and detailed procedure
D)  An abundance of technical facts

Question 20

A persuasive email message to promote pop-up blocker software has as its central selling point protection of children from pornography. The central selling point should:

Accepted Answer

A)  appear only when the product is introduced.
B)  appear only at the end to reinforce the requested action.
C)  be reinforced throughout the message.
D)  be implied as the product is described.

Exam 8: Delivering Persuasive Messages

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A company is faced with the challenge of communicating to its employees a significant change in its policies. How should the management effectively communicate this change to its employees?

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In a sales message, the last paragraph should:

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An effective persuasive message should use concrete and specific language to create an accurate representation of the product, service, or idea.

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Which of the following is a difference between routine and persuasive claim messages?

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Outline the inductive pattern used while writing persuasive messages.

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A message that is sent in response to a sales information request requires an attention-getting sentence.

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Eduardo concludes his sales message for video game subscriptions by instructing receivers, "Let us hear from you if you are interested in subscribing to our service," which is an effective request for action.

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Explain how Maslow's need hierarchy can help a person write a more effective persuasive message to the receiver.

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The principles used in selling an idea are similar to those used in selling products.

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Which of the following is a difference between solicited and unsolicited sales messages?

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Which of the following is an effective statement for requesting action?

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A persuasive email message to promote pop-up blocker software has as its central selling point protection of children from pornography. The central selling point should:

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Exam 8: Delivering Persuasive Messages

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A company is faced with the challenge of communicating to its employees a significant change in its policies. How should the management effectively communicate this change to its employees?

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In a sales message, the last paragraph should:

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An effective persuasive message should use concrete and specific language to create an accurate representation of the product, service, or idea.

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Which of the following is a difference between routine and persuasive claim messages?

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Outline the inductive pattern used while writing persuasive messages.

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A message that is sent in response to a sales information request requires an attention-getting sentence.

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Eduardo concludes his sales message for video game subscriptions by instructing receivers, "Let us hear from you if you are interested in subscribing to our service," which is an effective request for action.

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Explain how Maslow's need hierarchy can help a person write a more effective persuasive message to the receiver.

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Which of the following suggestions should be followed while writing an effective persuasive claim message?

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Marcus is writing a persuasive message asking his employees to complete an online company survey. Which of the following suggestions should he follow while writing this message?

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The principles used in selling an idea are similar to those used in selling products.

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