During the Rodney King trial, the people of Los Angeles were at a heightened state of stress and frustration, especially the African American population
When the police officers accused of brutality against King were found not guilty, the city erupted into a full-scale riot. The not guilty verdict would qualify as being a(n) ________.
A) background condition
B) precipitating event
C) ultimate cause
D) environmental stimulus
B
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
How many languages are spoken in the United States?
A. more than 50 B. more than 100 C. more than 200 D. more than 300
Which of the following is NOT part of the symbolic interactionist view of communication?
a. definition of the situation b. looking-glass self c. taking the role of the other d. self-fulfilling prophecy
Just five companies control 90% of the media outlets. This is an example of _______.
a. planned obsolescence B. media consolidation C. technological diffusion D. monetizing