Effect of consistency of the review set on causal attribution : the moderating roles of repeating purchase cues and product knowledge
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| Original language | English |
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| Journal / Publication | Internet Research |
| Online published | 29 Jan 2024 |
| Publication status | Online published - 29 Jan 2024 |
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Abstract
Purpose – The study examines the potential moderating effects of repeating purchase cues and product knowledge on the relationship between the varying consistency of the review set and causal attribution. This study also investigates how causal attribution correlates with the perceived misleadingness of the review set.
Design/methodology/approach – A scenario-based experiment was conducted with 170 participants to explore the relationship between the consistency of the review set and causal attribution and how repeating purchase cues and product knowledge moderates this relationship.
Findings – Findings suggest that inconsistent review sets lead to more product (vs. reviewer) attribution than consistent review sets. The repeating purchase cues mitigate the negative relationship between the consistency of the review set and product attribution, whereas product knowledge mitigates the positive relationship between the consistency of the review set and reviewer attribution. Furthermore, results indicate that high product attribution and low reviewer attribution are associated with low perceived misleadingness.
Originality/value – This study is novel because it examines the moderating effects of repeating purchase cues and product knowledge on the relationship between the consistency of the review set and causal attribution. It adds to the literature by shedding light on the causal attribution process underlying the formation of perceived misleadingness of online reviews. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for managers on how to enhance the positive effects of consistent review sets and mitigate the negative effects of inconsistent review sets.
© 2024, Emerald Publishing Limited
Design/methodology/approach – A scenario-based experiment was conducted with 170 participants to explore the relationship between the consistency of the review set and causal attribution and how repeating purchase cues and product knowledge moderates this relationship.
Findings – Findings suggest that inconsistent review sets lead to more product (vs. reviewer) attribution than consistent review sets. The repeating purchase cues mitigate the negative relationship between the consistency of the review set and product attribution, whereas product knowledge mitigates the positive relationship between the consistency of the review set and reviewer attribution. Furthermore, results indicate that high product attribution and low reviewer attribution are associated with low perceived misleadingness.
Originality/value – This study is novel because it examines the moderating effects of repeating purchase cues and product knowledge on the relationship between the consistency of the review set and causal attribution. It adds to the literature by shedding light on the causal attribution process underlying the formation of perceived misleadingness of online reviews. The findings of this study provide valuable insights for managers on how to enhance the positive effects of consistent review sets and mitigate the negative effects of inconsistent review sets.
© 2024, Emerald Publishing Limited
Research Area(s)
- Consistency of the review set, Causal attribution, Repeating purchase cue, Product knowledge, Misleadingness
Citation Format(s)
Effect of consistency of the review set on causal attribution: the moderating roles of repeating purchase cues and product knowledge. / Peng, Xiao; Vali, Hessamedin; Peng, Xixian et al.
In: Internet Research, 29.01.2024.
In: Internet Research, 29.01.2024.
Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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