"How exposed is exposed enough?". Lay inferences about chemical exposure

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<abstract>This paper presents the results of a series of studies directed toward developing a model for understanding how lay people interpret the concept of chemical exposure. The results indicate that people's beliefs about chemical exposure (and its risks) are based on two abroad categories of inferences. One category of inferences relates to the nature in which contact with a chemical has taken place, including the amount of a chemical involved and its potential health consequences. A second category of inferences about chemical exposure relates to the pragmatics of language interpretation, leading to beliefs about the motives and purposes behind chemical risk communication. Risk communicators are encouraged to consider how alternative models of exposure and language interpretation can lead to conflicting conclusions on the part of the public about chemical safety. </abstract>
<note type="statement of responsibility">Donald G. MacGregor, Paul Slovic and Torbjörn Malmfors</note>
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<text>Vol. 19, nº 4, Agosto, 1999 ; p. 649-659</text>
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