The televised presidential news conference has developed into an event in which
a. the media dominate the president and force him to answer difficult questions.
b. selected members of Congress cross-examine the president and other executive branch officials.
c. Internet coverage has dominated live coverage.
d. very little communication takes place
e. the president and other high-level officials deliver carefully rehearsed answers to anticipated questions.
Ans: e. the president and other high-level officials deliver carefully rehearsed answers to anticipated questions.
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