Question
Sociology Question on Mass Media and Communication
There are many theories of media. Functionalist theories focus on the ways in which media perform certain functions. Interactionist perspective focus on meanings and interpretations of audiences.
Which of the following theories/perspectives tend to look at the control functions of the media and concentration of media ownership ?
A
Hypodermic theories
B
Marxist and Conflict Perspective
C
Post-Modernist Perspective
D
Capitalist Perspective
Answer
Marxist and Conflict Perspective
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is (B) : Marxist and Conflict Perspective.