In a 2007 Exploratory Study Examining the Uses and Gratifications

question 57

Multiple Choice

In a 2007 exploratory study examining the uses and gratifications of reality TV shows researchers found:

• A) that people watch reality TV to pass time.
• B) that fictional TV shows are more appealing to people than reality TV shows.
• C) that people do not enjoy the novelty aspect of reality TV shows.
• D) that people do not enjoy the entertainment aspect of reality TV shows.

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