Why Would Media Outlets Impose Self-Censorship

question 59

Multiple Choice

Why would media outlets impose self-censorship?

• A) to compete with online blogs and underground publications
• B) to avoid outside regulation by the government
• C) to improve values and morals
• D) to protect children
• E) to increase subscriptions

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Definitions:

Assumptions

Beliefs or ideas accepted as true without proof.

Hunches

are intuitions or feelings that guide one's decisions or beliefs without concrete evidence.

Gut-Level Communication

Gut-Level Communication refers to honest, direct communication that comes from deep personal feelings or instinctual reactions.

Genuine Self-Disclosure

The process of openly and honestly sharing one's true thoughts, feelings, and experiences with others, facilitating deeper connections and understanding.