Question

question 4 of 10
which statement about opinion polls is most accurate?
a. opinion polls have been around longer than social media.
b. the outcomes of polls do not influence citizens opinions.
c. social media have made these polls less accurate and effective.
d. journalists rarely write stories about the outcomes of these polls.

Explanation:

Opinion polls have a long history, dating back to the 19th century, while social media emerged much later in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Option B is incorrect as poll outcomes can influence citizens (e.g., bandwagon effect). Option C is wrong because social media can actually expand the reach of polls (though there are challenges, it's not uniformly making them "less accurate/effective"). Option D is false as journalists often report on poll results.

Answer:

A. Opinion polls have been around longer than social media.