In contrast to McLuhan’s views on technology, ______ argued that television was the reason that there was a decline in the seriousness of public life by encouraging particular ways of thinking and speaking--undermining democracy.

A. Seth Whiteland
B. Benjamin Siegel
C. Tony Hunt
D. Neil Postman


D. Neil Postman

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The listening process is _______

a. linear b. one-way c. circular d. always perfect

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Direct insertion of electric instruments has several advantages. Which of the following is not one of them?

a. adds to the sound the interaction of room acoustics b. has a cleaner sound c. allows more sound control at the console d. eliminates leakage

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An increased quantity of communication promotes more harmony and understanding.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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"Everyone is drinking strawberry lemonade for good health, and so should you." This is an example of which type of logical fallacy?

A. red herring B. deduction C. bandwagon D. either-or reasoning

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