The attractiveness of the person delivering the message,the number of arguments presented,the expertise of the spokesperson,and the imagery or music presented along with the message are examples of _____.
A) central cues
B) primary cues
C) physical cues
D) peripheral cues
E) relational cues

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These are all examples of peripheral cues, which are cues outside of the actual message content that can influence how people interpret and respond to a message. Central cues, on the other hand, are the actual message arguments themselves. Primary cues and relational cues are not relevant to the examples given. Physical cues could also be considered peripheral cues, but are not as comprehensive as the term "peripheral cues."

The Attractiveness of the Person Delivering the Message,the Number of Arguments