Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Portrayal

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the portrayal of racial and ethnic minorities in television?

• A) Racial and ethnic minorities are far underrepresented in key decision-making positions such as directors, producers, and casting agents.
• B) Racial and ethnic minorities have a considerably huge screen time, and play popular recurring characters on television shows.
• C) The absence of racial and ethnic minorities in television is not well documented.
• D) Racial and ethnic minorities are cast in flattering and pivotal roles in prime time television shows.

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