Which of the Following Is an Argument Against the Charge

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an argument against the charge that advertisers control the media?

• A)The most effective strategy for media is to allow itself to be influenced by advertisers.
• B)The media needs advertisers more than any individual advertisers need the media.
• C)Many media have a narrow base of advertiser support and cannot afford to lose advertisers who attempt to exert control over them.
• D)To retain public confidence,the media must report the news fairly without showing any bias or attempt to avoid controversial topics.
• E)All of the above are arguments against the charge that advertisers control the media.

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