Psychology in Modules
Psychology in Modules
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781464167522
Author: David G. Myers, C. Nathan DeWall
Publisher: Worth Publishers
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Chapter 45, Problem 17TYS
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Concept introduction: Mere exposure effect is the phenomenon in which repeated exposure to novel stimuli increases liking for them.

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Answer to Problem 17TYS

Correct answer: The more familiar a stimulus becomes, the more we tend to like it. This exemplifies the mere exposure effect.

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Geographical nearness increases the tendency of likeness. This is because repeated stimulus becomes familiar and we intend to like them. This is known as mere exposure effect.

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