Question

which of the following is not a way the media communicates unrealistic body images?
a. digitally altering images
b. providing a forum to discuss actors/actresses
c. criticizing high - profile individuals
d. promoting all body types

please select the best answer from the choices provided.
○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

• Option A: Digital alteration creates unrealistic, unachievable body shapes, so it communicates unrealistic body images.
• Option B: Forums focused on actors/actresses often fixate on their curated, often unrealistic body standards, reinforcing unrealistic images.
• Option C: Criticizing high-profile individuals' bodies often polices them against narrow, unrealistic body norms.
• Option D: Promoting all body types celebrates diverse, natural bodies, which directly opposes communicating unrealistic body images.

Answer:

D. promoting all body types