Which of the following statements does not reflect the relationship between channels of mass communication and the public?
a. News organizations serve as vital sources of information and opinions for the public.
b. News organizations serve the interests of government officials, thus hindering their ability to convey unbiased information to the public.
c. Citizens are able to voice their viewpoints through mass communications channels.
d. Citizens provide feedback to the commercial news media by purchasing goods featured in advertisements.
b. News organizations serve the interests of government officials, thus hindering their ability to convey unbiased information to the public.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false
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