Match List I (Communication effect) with List II (Characteristic) and choose the correct answer from the options given below.

List I

i.Instrumental effect

ii.Prestige effect

iii.Aesthetic effect

iv.Respite effect

List II

a.Increase in self-approval

b.Experience from the specimens of art and literature

c.Pleasant distraction

d.Competence to deal with a practical problem

Ai-a, ii-b, iii-c, iv-d

Bi-b, ii-c, iii-d, iv-a

Ci-c, ii-d, iii-a, iv-b

Di-d, ii-a, iii-b, iv-c ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) i-d, ii-a, iii-b, iv-c

Explanation

The instrumental effect gives the competence to deal with a practical problem.

The prestige effect brings an increase in self-approval and standing.

The aesthetic effect offers experience drawn from the specimens of art and literature.

The respite effect provides a pleasant distraction and relief.

Each pairing names a distinct gratification the audience draws from media use.

These belong to the uses and gratifications view of communication effects.

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