Multiple Choice
In her persuasive speech, Martha spoke about the possibility of dirty nuclear weapons being used against the United States by Iraq, Iran, and North Korea. She challenged her audience to monitor Senatehearings on the problem and to get involved by writing or emailing their legislators. What form of motivation did Martha successfully employ in her speech?
A) negative motivation
B) cognitive dissonance
C) positive motivation
D) an appeal to basic self-esteem and self-actualization needs
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