Which of the following is not true of radio and television media in Africa?
a. Radio is accessible and the cheapest way to follow the news.
b. Although some African governments charge license fees for radio sets, many sets remain unregistered.
c. The majority of funding for radio comes from advertising.
d. A relatively small percentage of the African public owns a television set.
ANSWER: c
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