The electronic media convince viewers that their chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is very high, while also persuading them to passively accept whatever happens. This implies that
AExposure to electronic media promotes criminal behaviour
BUsers of electronic media are more likely to become victims of violence
CElectronic media promotes a feeling of helpless vulnerability in viewers ✓ Correct
DNone of the above
Correct answer: (C) Electronic media promotes a feeling of helpless vulnerability in viewers
Explanation
It implies that electronic media foster a feeling of helpless vulnerability in viewers.
Media convince viewers they are highly likely to fall victim to violent crime.
They simultaneously urge passive acceptance of whatever happens.
High perceived threat joined to enforced passivity yields a sense of defenceless exposure.
That combined mindset is precisely helpless vulnerability.
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