The Media Focuses on Violent Crimes in Its News Coverage

question 17

Multiple Choice

The media focuses on violent crimes in its news coverage because __________.

• A)it is far easier to convince the public to have stricter laws or longer sentences for criminals
• B)it attracts advertisers and viewers and it makes good entertainment
• C)both a and b
• D)there is no evidence that the media impacts people's fear of crime in America

Define and exemplify different patterns of alcohol consumption, including binge and heavy drinking.

Examine how drugs interact with the brain's reward system to produce pleasure and promote addiction.

Explain the concept of tolerance and its implications for drug addiction.

Identify and discuss the factors contributing to drug addiction.

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