People's interpretations of a new event are most likely to be influenced by their own expectations when the event is:
A)Abstract
B)Concrete
C)Ambiguous
D)Presented in a predominantly visual manner, rather than verbally

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When an event is ambiguous or lacks clear meaning, people are more likely to rely on their own expectations and interpretations. Concrete events have clear, observable characteristics that are less open to interpretation, while abstract events may be more open to multiple interpretations. The mode of presentation (visual vs. verbal) may also have an impact on interpretation, but it is not as strong a factor as the level of ambiguity.

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