The combined results of rumor research conducted by Prasad and Sinha were that following a natural disaster, people who lived in the towns directly affected by the event were more likely to ________ the possibility of impending disaster, while those living in relatively undamaged, neighboring towns tended to ________ the possibility of impending disaster.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The research suggests that people in directly affected towns tend to exaggerate the possibility of another disaster, while those in neighboring towns downplay it. Therefore, the best choice is C, downplay and exaggerate.

The Combined Results of Rumor Research Conducted by Prasad and Sinha