Which media images influence society's beliefs about poor persons? Select all that apply
a. Poor persons are often cast as lazy, shiftless folk.
b. Poor people are shown receiving food at soup kitchens.
c. Criminals are portrayed as poor, desperate persons.
d. Homeless people seen sleeping on park benches.
ANS: A, B, C, D
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