Abstract
ABSTRACTThis study examines whether the use of appeals in advertisements can be attributed to cultural practices or values. A convenience sample and a survey method were used to collect data from professionals and students living in Finland. Results show that in Finland cultural practices are more hierarchical and masculine than Hofstede's cultural values. Furthermore, advertisers use significantly more high power distance and masculinity appeals than low power distance and feminine appeals. These frequently used appeals are associated with cultural practices rather than cultural values. These findings suggest that due to the value paradox, cultural practices explain the reflection of culture in advertising.
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