Which of the Following Illustrates Media Influence Through a Two-Step

question 104

Multiple Choice

Which of the following illustrates media influence through a two-step flow of communication?

• A) A teenager buys a video game she saw advertised both on television and in her favorite magazine.
• B) A domestic car manufacturer sponsors a television program about the defectiveness of many foreign imports.
• C) A candidate for political office answers questions from members of a studio audience on live television.
• D) A man buys a new laundry detergent after having it recommended by a friend, who had read that it was both effective and environmentally safe in a consumer magazine article.

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Definitions:

Family Hero

A family role where a member takes on responsibilities to compensate for challenges or deficiencies within the family, often perceived as exemplary or overachieving.

Chemically Dependent

A condition where an individual becomes physically or psychologically reliant on substances such as drugs or alcohol.

Chemical Dependency

A condition characterized by the compulsive use of controlled substances or addiction to alcohol or drugs, leading to significant impairment or distress.

Family Roles

The functions and responsibilities assigned to members within a family unit, often based on cultural, societal, or individual family beliefs and values.