Which of the following characteristics of Mass Communication are true? A. It…

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Which of the following characteristics of Mass Communication are true?

A. It needs a mass medium

B. It is impersonal communication

C. It has gatekeepers

D. The feedback is ultrafast

E. It is very cheap/no cost involved

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A.

    A, D and E only

  2. B.

    D and E only

  3. C.

    A, B and C only

  4. D.

    C, D and E only

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Correct answer: C

Mass communication is characterized by the use of a mass medium (A), impersonal nature towards the audience (B), and the presence of gatekeepers who filter content (C). Feedback is typically delayed, not ultrafast (D), and production/distribution involves significant costs (E). Therefore, statements A, B, and C are correct.

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