Regarding subliminal perception, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?
A)Subliminal self-help tapes have been shown to have no effect, even when the person wanted to be influenced.
B)People who think they have been helped by subliminal messages have likely experienced nothing more than a placebo effect.
C)Only simple messages, such as single words, can be processed subliminally.
D)All of these statements are true.

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All of the statements are true. Research has not found any consistent positive effects of subliminal self-help tapes, and many people who believe they have been helped by subliminal messages may be experiencing a placebo effect. However, simple messages such as single words can indeed be processed subliminally, and can have an impact on subsequent thoughts and behavior.

Regarding Subliminal Perception, Which of the Following Statements Is/are TRUE