Yevon Inc., a manufacturer of fruit-based beverages, runs its ad on a particular news station. It packages the drinks in boxes and plastic bottles. A recent study done by a local doctor reveals that there is a direct correlation between stomach infections and drinking from juice boxes. Although the doctor does not mention any brand names, the news station decides not to air the news report in compliance with Yevon, its prime sponsor. This is an example of
A. shock advertising.
B. economic censorship.
C. the Protestant ethic.
D. media stereotyping.
E. consumer socialization.
Answer: B
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