Which of the Following Statements About Gender and the Mass

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about gender and the mass media is false?

• A) Video games that dehumanize women teach and perpetuate stereotypes about women.
• B) Most of the smart, confident, and brave women depicted in media are also thin and have large breasts.
• C) Women in soap operas and ads are often depicted as having problems in carrying out their role responsibilities.
• D) Women who are quite large or obese are almost entirely depicted as positive role models.

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