Which of the Following Best Describes the Relationship Between a Persuasive

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the relationship between a persuasive message, the message's source, and the message's validity, under typical circumstances?

A) Each aspect is weighed independently and compared to the others, to determine the attitudinal balance of the overall triad
B) Perceivers tend to create a fit among the aspects, generally judging them all either favorably or unfavorably
C) The message itself is seen as most persuasive, followed by the source, and the algebraic combination of the two determine the message's perceived validity
D) All of the above