Question

Fake news and sophisticated disinformation campaigns are especially problematic in democratic systems, and there is growing debate on how to address these issues without undermining the benefits of digital media. In order to maintain an open, democratic system, it is important that government, business, and consumers work together to solve these problems. Which one of the following explanations, if valid, most helps to justify the above reasoning ?

• A. An effective means of countering fake news and disinformation campaigns is to revert to print media for critical information.
• B. Only governments have the power to counter fake news and sophisticated disinformation campaigns.
• C. Autocratic systems of government ensure that only verified and accurate information is disseminated.
• D. Democratic societies are underpinned by freedom of speech and expression.

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Democratic societies are underpinned by freedom of speech and expression.

Answer 2

The correct option is (D): Democratic societies are underpinned by freedom of speech and expression.