Effective Calls to Action Flashcards
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Which psychological principle makes a CTA like 'Only 3 spots left!' more persuasive?
Answer: Scarcity
Scarcity triggers loss aversion, making people act faster to avoid missing out.
A CTA button says 'Submit.' What is the most effective rewrite?
Answer: Send My Request
'Send My Request' is benefit-focused and uses first-person possession, making it more compelling than generic labels.
What does 'above the fold' mean in the context of CTA placement?
Answer: The CTA appears without scrolling
Above the fold refers to the visible area of a page before the user scrolls, maximizing immediate CTA exposure.
Which CTA phrasing best reduces purchase anxiety?
Answer: Try It Free — Cancel Anytime
'Try It Free — Cancel Anytime' lowers perceived risk, directly addressing buyer hesitation.
A landing page for a free webinar has two CTA options. Which performs better?
Answer: Save My Free Seat Now
'Save My Free Seat Now' combines urgency, value (free), and ownership language for maximum conversion.
What is a 'ghost button' CTA and when should it be avoided?
Answer: A transparent-outline button with no fill; avoid as the primary CTA
Ghost buttons have low contrast and perform poorly as primary CTAs because they fail to draw attention.
Which element directly beneath a CTA button most reduces click hesitation?
Answer: A micro-commitment statement like 'No credit card required'
Micro-commitment statements immediately below the CTA neutralize common objections at the decision moment.