Question

1 multiple choice 1 point
when media outlets choose to cover sensational stories instead of policy discussions, selection bias can:
○ shift public attention away from issues that matter long - term
○ reduce entertainment content by limiting dramatic headlines
○ ensure balanced reporting across partisan viewpoints
○ guarantee that voters receive full coverage of all candidates

2 multiple choice 1 point
a student says, “i only watch news sources that match my beliefs.”
this behavior most likely creates an echo chamber that:
○ improves media trust by highlighting neutral reporting
○ reinforces existing views while limiting new perspectives
○ reduces partisan conflict by balancing all viewpoints
○ expands political knowledge by increasing story variety

3 multiple choice 1 point
traditional media and digital media influence participation differently.
a key difference is that digital media often:
○ ensures equal turnout across all demographic categories
○ reduces algorithmic influence by limiting targeted content
○ mobilizes younger voters through rapid, personalized content
○ prevents misinformation through slower information sharing

Explanation:

Question 1

Selection bias in media (covering sensational over policy) would divert public focus from long - term important issues. The other options are incorrect: covering sensational stories increases entertainment (so "Reduce entertainment..." is wrong), it doesn't ensure balanced reporting, and it doesn't guarantee full candidate coverage.

An echo chamber from only consuming like - minded news reinforces existing views and limits new ones. The other options are wrong: it doesn't improve trust via neutral reporting, it doesn't reduce partisan conflict (it may increase it), and it doesn't expand knowledge (it limits variety).

Digital media mobilizes younger voters with rapid, personalized content. Other options: it doesn't ensure equal turnout, it uses algorithms for targeted content (so "Reduces algorithmic..." is wrong), and it shares info rapidly (so "Prevents misinformation..." is wrong).

Answer:

A. Shift public attention away from issues that matter long - term

Question 2