No. #3

Illusory Truth Effect
- Familiarity Breeds Belief

The tendency to believe information to be true if it's encountered repeatedly, affecting marketing and product messaging strategies.

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Product example

An e-commerce site's repeated ads for a product can increase user trust and perceived value, regardless of the product's actual merits.

Empathy tips

1

Varied Messaging

Rotate marketing messages and content to reduce repetitive exposure.

2

Critical Analysis

Encourage teams to critically assess the validity of repeated information.

3

Consumer Education

Educate users about this bias to foster critical thinking.

4

Feedback Diversification

Seek a wide range of opinions before finalizing product decisions.

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