Asked by Logan Aguilar on Apr 23, 2024
The media decides what is 'newsworthy,' and crime ranks ______ on that scale.
A) just below politics
B) just above politics
C) high
D) low
Newsworthy
Refers to information or events that are considered significant enough to be reported in the news.
Crime Ranks
An ordered categorization of crimes based on their severity or impact on society, often used in legal systems for sentencing guidelines.
- Realize the power of media in setting the agenda on what constitutes 'newsworthy' content, specifically crime.
Learning Objectives
- Realize the power of media in setting the agenda on what constitutes 'newsworthy' content, specifically crime.