One of the Reasons Given for the Success of Reality

question 51

Multiple Choice

One of the reasons given for the success of reality television shows is that the shows appeal to a cultural bias that real-life drama is preferable to fiction. Americans desire adventure and escapism that offer them the opportunity for participation but do not require it. In terms of the five characteristics of innovations that affect the rate of adoption, reality television shows have a high degree of ________.

• A) innovation
• B) complexity
• C) tangibility
• D) divisibility
• E) compatibility

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Definitions:

Internal Controls

Procedures and mechanisms established by a company to ensure the integrity of financial and accounting information, promote accountability, and prevent fraud.

Safeguard Assets

Measures and procedures implemented by a company to protect its assets from theft, damage, or misuse.

Overstate Liabilities

Refers to the act of reporting liabilities on the financial statements at amounts higher than what is true or accurate.

Internal Controls

Mechanisms, policies, and procedures implemented by a company to ensure the integrity of financial and accounting information, promote accountability, and prevent fraud.