In persuasive communication, the inoculation effect refers to
A)the situation in which listeners have heard too many of your arguments and consequently feel that you are pressuring them too much on this issue.
B)the situation in which you easily persuade others because they perceive you as highly credible and trustworthy.
C)warning listeners that your ideas are probably incorrect and should therefore be ignored.
D)the situation in which you use written rather than verbal channels of communication to persuade other people.
E)warning listeners about arguments that others will use to influence them against your position.

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The inoculation effect refers to warning listeners about arguments that others will use to influence them against your position. By anticipating and addressing potential counterarguments, individuals can strengthen their own argument and make it more resistant to future persuasion attempts. This can be achieved through various methods such as providing explicit refutations or presenting weakened versions of opposing arguments.

In Persuasive Communication, the Inoculation Effect Refers to