Which of the Following Statements Best Explains the Expression "If

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best explains the expression "if it bleeds, it leads"?

• A)Murder is the most common crime, and the United States leads all other countries in murder rates.
• B)Murder is the most common crime, so media outlets frequently report murder stories.
• C)Crime stories are popular in society, so the media chooses to display them frequently.
• D)Viewing of popular crime drama shows on television has caused an increase in crime rates.

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