Asked by barbara zermeno on Jun 03, 2024
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Which media source is regulated by the federal government?
A) newspapers
B) television
C) magazines
D) the internet
Federal Government
The system by which a nation is governed, under which power is divided between a central government and individual states.
Television
An electronic device or system for receiving visual images and sound that are transmitted on screen through waves or cables.
Regulated
Controlled or governed according to rules or principles, often by a governmental body to ensure fairness, safety, or efficiency.
- Assess the function and consequences of the fairness doctrine, equal time rule, and related regulations in broadcast media.
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parisa katibehJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Television is regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), which enforces rules and regulations related to content, advertising, and ownership. Newspapers, magazines, and the internet are not directly regulated by the federal government, although there are laws and regulations related to defamation, copyright, and privacy that they must follow.
Learning Objectives
- Assess the function and consequences of the fairness doctrine, equal time rule, and related regulations in broadcast media.