Why it is problematic that the information we receive is increasingly under monopolized control? How do these monopolies affect social, cultural, and political landscape?
What will be an ideal response?
Ideal Answer The ideal answer should include the following:
1. Describe how the media helps define reality.
2. Describe the reasons why diverse opinions are rarely heard.
3. Illustrate the ways in which reporting is sometimes compromised by conflict of interest.
4. List the ways in which a media giant may push a specific political stance.
5. Describe the ways the messages we see tend to focus on individual problems.
6. Conclude with a discussion of the trend toward more rather than less media concentration.
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A. there is no indication that the hierarchical structure of the bureaucracy negatively impacts on minorities or women. B. while race and gender play a major role determining people’s place within the organization, social class does not. C. the stressful effects of tokenism on women and minorities can have very negative consequences. D. in modern organizations, token minorities and/or women hires no longer exist; persons are hired and fired strictly on their own merit.
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a. Food b. Education c. Housing d. Medicine
Who is at the center of the "ideal caring situation"?
A. Spouse or mate B. Physician C. Patient D. Medical ethicist