Audience Attention to Mediated Messages Tends to Fluctuate Because

question 26

Multiple Choice

Audience attention to mediated messages tends to fluctuate because:

• A) People engage in other activities while using media
• B) People are always engrossed and involved in using media
• C) People are more attentive to media that provide information they do not need
• D) People rarely engage in other activities while using media

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