Why Is It Difficult for Researchers to Truly Determine People's

question 82

Multiple Choice

Why is it difficult for researchers to truly determine people's level of media use?

• A)There is no such thing as a "typical" media user.
• B)Most people under-report their media use because they simply are not aware of all the media surrounding them.
• C)Most people over-report their media use because they want to appear to be a "tech-savvy" as the media portrays Americans to be.
• D)None of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Noxious Stimulus

An unpleasant or harmful stimulus that is likely to cause discomfort or damage.

Maladaptive Response

An ineffective or harmful response to environmental stressors, typically preventing healthy adjustment.

Problem Behaviors

Actions or patterns of behavior that are socially unacceptable or harmful to oneself or others.

Punishment

A strategy used in behavior modification involving the application of unpleasant consequences to discourage undesirable behavior.