The narcotizing dysfunction concept states that if the media subjects the audience to prolonged reports on natural disasters or other forms of sufferings, then the audience may become ____ and ____ to the crisis and suffering.
A) placid; indifferent
B) numb; desensitized
C) alert; interested
B) numb; desensitized
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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