Critics of Mass Media Research Point to Which of the Following

question 13

Multiple Choice

Critics of mass media research point to which of the following as a reason why the growing body of academic knowledge about the media seems to have little impact on the vast majority of mass media users?

• A) Members of the public just don't care how media affect their lives.
• B) None of the research addresses the concerns of marginalized groups.
• C) Specialized jargon makes it nearly impossible for nonacademics, and even other academics, to understand the results of research.
• D) Some researchers publish hoaxes to see if anyone is paying attention.
• E) Researchers just don't care about the concerns and interests of the general public.

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