What effect did the introduction of American television have on the culture of Fiji?

A. Rates of dieting and eating disorders decreased
B. Rates of dieting and eating disorders increased
C. Fewer men reported having a distorted body image
D. Fewer women reported having a distorted body image


Answer: B

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