Realistic portrayals of minorities and working-class persons tend to be ignored by mass media decision-makers primarily because

A. viewers only enjoy fantasizing about being rich and powerful.
B. minorities and working-class people feel ashamed of their social position.
C. most decisions are made overwhelmingly by wealthy White males.
D. most decisions are driven by Nielsen ratings.


Answer: C

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