Suppose a Professor Teaching from Your Textbook Makes the Comment

question 50

Essay

Suppose a professor teaching from your textbook makes the comment that "The media responds to what is sensational, and typically pays more attention to the least deadly natural disasters." Consider what you have learned about the number of deaths associated with different types of disasters, and explain what the professor means by the statement ​

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Definitions:

Victimless Crimes

Offenses which do not directly harm or violate the rights of any specific person, often debated in terms of morality and legality.

Complainant

A person who files a charge or makes a formal complaint in a legal context or grievance procedure.

Inherent Quality

A characteristic or attribute that is a natural, essential part of something or someone.

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that violate societal norms or expectations, often leading to social sanction or stigma.