Realistic Portrayals of Minorities and Working-Class Persons Tend to Be

question 52

Multiple Choice

Realistic portrayals of minorities and working-class persons tend to be ignored by mass media decision-makers primarily because

• A)viewers only enjoy fantasizing about being rich and powerful.
• B)most decisions are driven by Nielsen ratings.
• C)most decisions are made overwhelmingly by wealthy White males.
• D)minorities and working-class people feel ashamed of their social position.

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Definitions:

Polyandry

Having multiple husbands.

Sexual Orientation

The romantic, emotional, and sexual attractions that we experience.

Gender Identity

The personal sense of one's own gender, which may or may not correspond with the sex assigned at birth.

Stigma

A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.