Which of the Following Statements About Adversarial Journalism Is FALSE

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about adversarial journalism is FALSE?

• A) It has been accused of leading to increased political cynicism among American citizens.
• B) It became an established practice during the Vietnam War.
• C) It has permitted the media to gain more autonomy from the political figures they publicize.
• D) It has enhanced the media's reputation as the "watchdog" of American politics.
• E) Adversarial journalism disappeared in the 1970s and 1980s.

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