What Are Some of Schudson's Seven Key Functions That the Media

question 13

Multiple Choice

What are some of Schudson's seven key functions that the media perform for democracy? Please select all that apply.

• A) Creating discord between various social groups.
• B) Sensationalism.
• C) Social empathy.
• D) Public forum.

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Definitions:

Productive Language

Language individuals can produce for themselves.

Intelligence

The ability to learn, understand, and make judgments or have opinions that are based on reason.

Processing Speed

The rate at which an individual can complete mental tasks and interpret information, affecting cognitive functions.

Babbling

An infant’s repetition of syllables such as “ba-ba-ba-ba” and “ma-ma-ma,” which begins at about 6 months of age.