Asked by Tasnim Al Arimi on Jun 26, 2024

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The Fairness Doctrine required that broadcasters address public issues of concern to the community and ______.

A) provided opportunity for the presentation of contrasting points of view
B) limited the amount of commercial time on children's television
C) limited the number of radio or television stations that could be owned by one company
D) banned harmful advertising such as tobacco

Fairness Doctrine

A former U.S. policy requiring broadcast media to present contrasting viewpoints on controversial issues of public importance, to ensure balanced and fair coverage.

Public Issues

Matters of concern that affect the interests or well-being of the general public or society at large.

  • Discern the particular government regulations that affect the media industry, encompassing the Fin-syn Rule and the Fairness Doctrine.
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Zybrea KnightJun 29, 2024
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Explanation :
The Fairness Doctrine, which was a policy introduced by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States, required broadcasters to present controversial issues of public importance and to do so in a manner that was honest, equitable, and balanced. This included providing opportunities for the presentation of contrasting points of view.