According to Uses and Gratifications Theory, What Accounts for Most

question 4

Multiple Choice

According to uses and gratifications theory, what accounts for most of our use of media?

• A) Social pressure from other people
• B) Inertia; we start using media and can't stop
• C) Various communication needs that we consciously know about.
• D) Vague emotions that lead us to seek pleasure from media.

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Definitions:

Hospice Organization

A specialized form of healthcare that focuses on providing comfort, supporting the quality of life for patients with terminal illnesses, and assistance to their families.

Terminally Ill

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Family Members

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Health Promotion

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