The First Major Technological Development in Creating a Powerful Mass

question 28

Multiple Choice

The first major technological development in creating a powerful mass media was ________.

• A) the creation of the steam-powered printing press
• B) the invention of the microchip
• C) the invention of television
• D) the development of wireless communication

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Definitions:

Voting Rights

The entitlement of shareholders or citizens to vote in company or public elections, respectively.

Residual Claims

Financial rights to assets remaining after all debts have been settled, often referring to shareholders' claims on a company's earnings and assets after paying creditors.

Public Ownership

Public ownership refers to the government or state holding all or a majority of the equity in assets or enterprises, contrasting with private sector ownership.

City Sewer System

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