The Idea That People Use the Media as a Substitute

question 2

Multiple Choice

The idea that people use the media as a substitute for personal relationships is posited by which theory?

• A) social exchange theory
• B) uses and gratifications
• C) agenda setting theory
• D) situational theory
• E) social learning theory

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Definitions:

Industrialized

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Generalizability

The extent to which the results of a study can be applied to or affect other settings, groups, or times beyond the original conditions of the study.

Homogeneous Sample

A sample group in research that shares the same or very similar characteristics, ensuring minimal variability among subjects.

Generalizability

The extent to which research findings and conclusions can be applied to other settings or groups beyond the study context.