Question

which would be an example of negative publicity?
a the malfunctioning of a ride at an amusement park
b billboards at a professional sporting or entertainment event
c an actor attending an entertainment awards ceremony
d a commercial on television or radio

Explanation:

Negative publicity is unfavorable attention. A ride malfunction at an amusement park can cause safety concerns and bad press. Billboards (B), an actor at an awards ceremony (C), and a commercial (D) are positive or neutral publicity efforts. So A is the example of negative publicity.

Answer:

A. the malfunctioning of a ride at an amusement park