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The Effects of Group Size on Perceived Humour

The Effects of Group Size on Perceived Humour

Posted on: May 29, 2025
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In this episode of Charts on Film, Richard Shotton, Author and Founder of Astroten, examines the relationship between the size of a viewing group and their perception of amusing television ads.

Drawing on Zhang and Zinkhan’s study, ‘Humor in television advertising: the effects of repetition and social setting,’ he discusses the concept of humour being contagious. showing a positive link between group size and perceived humour.

Watch the video to learn more and download the deck above.

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