Regarding the Effect of the Mass Media (Especially Television) in the Formation

question 15

Multiple Choice

Regarding the effect of the mass media (especially television) in the formation of ethnic stereotypes, research seems to indicate that:

• A)the media teach people negative ethnic stereotypes they would not otherwise be exposed to.
• B)the media reinforce ethnic stereotypes already acquired in other social settings.
• C)the media are the major sources of ethnic stereotypes for dominant group members.
• D)the media have no effect on the formation of ethnic stereotypes.

Explain the principle of profit maximization and its application in perfectly competitive markets.

Recognize the effects of market changes (e.g., entry/exit of firms, demand shifts) on firm strategies and market equilibrium.

Understand the role of production costs in determining firm behavior and market outcomes.

Identify the factors leading to the differentiation between perfectly competitive and non-perfectly competitive markets.

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