Which of the following statements about news media is correct?
A. Researchers conclude that the media never presents bad news.
B. Researchers conclude that the media devotes roughly equal attention to good news and bad news.
C. Researchers conclude that the media focuses more on good news than bad news.
D. Researchers conclude that the media focuses more on bad news than good news.
Answer: D
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a. marketer b. wheeler-dealer c. innovator d. entrepreneur e. accountant
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a. authoritarian personalities b. racists c. frustrated non-aggressors d. scapegoats
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a. double-barreled questions b. questions should be relevant c. avoid biased items d. avoid negative items e. questions should be open-ended
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