Gibbons,Bradac,and Busch suggest that threats can be made more credible and more compelling by using
A) positively polarized descriptions of the other party.
B) low immediacy.
C) high intensity.
D) low verbal diversity.
E) None of the above can make threats more credible and compelling.

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According to Gibbons, Bradac, and Busch, threats can be made more credible and compelling by using high intensity. This means making the threat seem more serious or urgent, which can make the other party more likely to comply. The other options (positively polarized descriptions, low immediacy, and low verbal diversity) do not have a direct impact on the credibility and persuasiveness of threats.

Gibbons,Bradac,and Busch Suggest That Threats Can Be Made More Credible