Conflict theorists argue that dominant classes and political groups benefit disproportionately from the mass media because:

A) the mass media broadcast beliefs,values,and ideas that create widespread dissatisfaction with the status quo
B) ownership of the mass media is highly concentrated in the hands of a small number of people
C) the mass media creates opportunities for deviant behavior
D) all of these choices
E) none of these choices

Conflict theorists argue that the mass media is dominated by powerful elites who control the messages that are conveyed to the public. They maintain that ownership of the mass media is highly concentrated in the hands of a small number of people, who use it to promote their own interests and maintain their position of power and privilege. As a result, dominant classes and political groups benefit disproportionately from the mass media, while marginalized groups struggle to gain representation and have their voices heard.