The Modern Media,and Especially the Internet,function as a Giant "Echo

question 65

Multiple Choice

The modern media,and especially the Internet,function as a giant "echo chamber" awash with rumors,hoaxes,half-truths,and urban legends like the one about giant alligators living in
New York sewers.Therefore,as a critical thinker,you should

• A) be skeptical.
• B) be wary of overly complex explanation.
• C) remember that truth is often stranger than fiction.
• D) that numerous postings of information on the Internet are required to establish proof.

---

Definitions:

Modern Life

Represents the lifestyle, technology, and cultural norms of contemporary society, often contrasting with historical living conditions or practices.

Healthier Lives

The outcome of practices and interventions aimed at improving physical, mental, and social well-being.

Atherosclerosis

A chronic cardiovascular condition characterized by the buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls, which can restrict blood flow.

High Blood Pressure

A condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high, often leading to health problems.