Which of the Following Statements Describing How Advertising Portrays Women

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describing how advertising portrays women is NOT the case?

• A) While sexism and stereotyping of women still exists, advertising's portrayal of women has improved in recent years.
• B) Many advertisers depict women in a diversity of roles since their place in society has changed in recent years.
• C) Advertising is often criticized for portraying women in strong leadership roles.
• D) Stereotypical portrayals of women show them as lacking intelligence and credibility.

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