Media Democracy and Public Opinion Flashcards (8 cards)

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1Question

Media types — examples?

Answer

Newspapers, TV, radio, internet.

2Question

Democracy — media control?

Answer

Controlled by law and CSA.

3Question

Media pluralism — role?

Answer

Ensures many outlets and opinions.

4Question

Social networks — amplification?

Answer

Spread rumours, misinformation, conspiracy theories.

5Question

Opinion polls — prediction?

Answer

Useful but not always accurate.

6Question

Poll results — influence factors?

Answer

Question wording and commissioning client.

7Question

Fake news — amplification?

Answer

Spread rapidly via social networks.

8Question

Poll limitations — key point?

Answer

Results can vary and are not definitive.

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