Which of the Following Statements About the Relationship Between Media

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the relationship between media and political beliefs is MOST accurate?

• A)The proliferation of media outlets on cable and the Internet has made voters less likely to rely primarily on news sources that reinforce their existing political beliefs.
• B)Television entertainment and television news both tend to portray government and political officials in a negative light.
• C)Research has shown that voters who get their news primarily from television are generally as well informed as those who regularly read newspapers.
• D)Most political scientists agree that media coverage plays a decisive role in shaping and reshaping voters' political views.
• E)There is little evidence to suggest that media portrayals of complicated issues such as politics and race have any impact on citizens' attitudes.