Persuasive Techniques
Bandwagon Advertisers make it seem that everyone is buying this product, so you feel you should buy it too. b_0Y&list=PLD24F8D1CC2620CB1&index =1
Avant-Garde Advertisers make it seem that the product is so new that you will be the first on the block to have it. 2Uy4 A8
Testimonials Advertisers use celebrities and regular people to endorse products. VfplE 4Sc
Facts and Figures Statistics, percentages, and numbers are used to convince you that this product is better or more effective than another product. qAI (Lexus)
Transfer The transfer technique wants you to associate the good feelings created in the ad with the product. 7wv5-Cw
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Advertising Claims
Weasel Words Advertisers sometimes use words or phrases that seem significant, but on closer inspection are actually meaningless. Examples: helps, virtually, looks like, fights, and best
What is the weasel word?
The Unfinished Claim Advertisers may intentionally not finish a comparison. Example: This battery has more power to get the job done right. More power than what?
What are the unfinished claims?
The Unique Claim Many products on the market are nearly identical, so advertisers try to make their product stand out.
Does the “totally NEW Spiral Brush” really make this product better?
The Rhetorical Claim Advertisers ask rhetorical questions or make statements so that consumers associate certain ideas and emotions with their product.
SHOULDN’T YOUR FAMILY GET THE BEST?