Abstract Surrealistic ads are common in the print media, but empirical investigations of their persuasive impact are lacking. Findings of a study manipulating surrealism and priming (i.e., leading subjects to expect forthcoming messages with product-relevant information) supports the social adaptation theory and further investigation of this phenomenon.
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