Author Question: During a discussion about the effects of media advertising on women, David states that media has a ... (Read 144 times)

j.rubin · **on:** Jun 18, 2018

During a discussion about the effects of media advertising on women, David states that media has a very limited effect on audiences.

However, his colleague, Jane, argues that exposure to unrealistic advertisements can createan adverse effect on women. Which of the following statements, if true, is likely to support Jane's argument?
A) Recent surveys have indicated that over 90 percent of the public do not pay attention to marketing activities and advertisements.
B) Print media advertisements reinforce sex stereotyping twice as much as Internet media.
C) Media advertising portraying women often encourage audiences to eat healthy and be fit.
D) Studies showthat there's a direct correlation between unhealthyeating habits andads depicting ultrathin models.

Question 2

Derek, a social advocate, claims that machismo among Latin American men can have a negative impact on their families and lifestyle. Which of the following statements weakens Derek's claim?

A) Latin American men often display violence and aggression in an attempt to emphasize their masculinity.
B) Latin American men are primarily responsible for managing the children and other domestic responsibilities.
C) Latin American men are less susceptible to depression and substance abuse.
D) Latin American men have a deep sense of honor and try their best to avoid loss of dignity in front of others.