Which of the Following Is False About Attempts to Scare

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is false about attempts to scare people into behaving more sustainably?

A) Some frightening environmental messages may actually encourage environmentally damaging behavior.
B) Sometimes people minimize negative emotions through mental strategies rather than changing their behavior.
C) People will often ignore, deny, or rationalize to suppress fear and anxiety.
D) Because anxiety and fear are powerfully motivating, scaring people is a very effective strategy.