Your friend approaches you and says,"Try your best not to picture a fat panda bear." This,of course,causes you to imagine a fat panda bear.Which power of words does this demonstrate?
A)Words create perceptions.
B)Words influence thoughts.
C)Words influence actions.
D)Words affect and reflect culture.

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This demonstrates the power of words to influence thoughts. The friend's statement prompted the person to imagine a specific image in their mind, even though they were asked not to. This shows how words can plant ideas and images in our thoughts.

Your Friend Approaches You and Says,"Try Your Best Not to Picture