The mass media are important agents of socialization. If they present pervasive violent images, this may have the result of desensitizing children to the effects of violence and engendering less sympathy for victims of violence

a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false


True

Sociology

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What is an Ideal response?

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What will be an ideal response?

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