The Uses and Gratifications Theory Hypothesizes That People

question 40

Multiple Choice

The uses and gratifications theory hypothesizes that people

• A) use social media primarily for sexual pleasure.
• B) who are socially anxious avoid social media entirely.
• C) use social media to satisfy their own needs and desires.
• D) who are extroverted find limited gratification in social media.

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Definitions:

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