Why are stereotypes sometimes used in the media?
a- They provide a quick identity that is easily recognized by the audience.
b- All people are biased and believe them.
c- They are true about the people being described.

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Why are stereotypes sometimes used in the media?
a- They provide a quick identity that is easily recognized by the audience.
b- All people are biased and believe them.
c- They are true about the people being described.

anonymous · Answer

I would go with answer 'a'.   The media has too much too lose by using admittedly biased commits. A number of rival media conglomerates would immediately expose their indecency. That being so, they only use stereotypes which are not yet considered biased to communicate more effectively to their audience.

anonymous · Answer

i agree with Jefe