In the Fast Food Industry, Why Are Some Players (Burger

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Essay

In the fast food industry, why are some players (Burger King) not as well known as others (McDonalds)?

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Hypodermic Needle Model

A communication theory that suggests mass media has a direct, immediate and powerful effect on its audience, likening the media influence to an injection given by a hypodermic needle.

Uses And Gratifications Model

A theory in mass communication that explores how individuals actively seek out media to fulfill specific needs or desires.

Encoding/Decoding Model

A framework for understanding media communications processes, where "encoding" is the production of the message and "decoding" is its interpretation by the audience.

Imaginary Social Worlds

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