There appears to be a positive linear relationship between one's attitude change and the credibility of the source of the communication as long as:
A) the person has high self-esteem
B) the message is within one's latitude of acceptance
C) a primacy effect is operating
D) the argument presents both sides of the issues

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The latitude of acceptance refers to the range of ideas or messages that a person is willing to consider as reasonable or worthy of consideration. If a message falls within this range, the individual is more likely to be receptive to it. However, if the message falls outside of this range, the individual may reject it outright. Therefore, if a communication falls within one's latitude of acceptance, it is more likely to lead to attitude change when the source is perceived as credible. This suggests that option B is the best choice. The other options do not necessarily guarantee a positive linear relationship between attitude change and the credibility of the source.

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