Which of the Following Is Not One of the Most

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not one of the most common criticisms of the news media?

• A) Large conglomerates risk monopolizing the news outlets.
• B) Private ownership means that profits are the primary goal, which results in truth and responsibility becoming secondary.
• C) Increased profit-seeking increases the likelihood of sensationalism.
• D) News outlets tend to be politically biased, and that bias shows in their programming and reporting.
• E) News media report presidential press conferences, even when the president has a low approval rating.

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Definitions:

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