Which of the Following Statements Is True About the News

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about the news media?

• A) The mass media are neutral messengers for ideas.
• B) The mass media have an enormous impact on public opinion.
• C) National journalists tend to avoid investigating political scandals.
• D) Journalists tend to provide negative coverage of a president during times of crises.
• E) Journalists tend to avoid investigating political corruption.

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