Question

imagine a political candidate, maria gutierrez. gutierrez has appeared on television several times as part of multi - candidate debates. however, she is also invited often to discuss and debate views by herself on a popular news channel. use the passage to answer the question. how will the news channels preference most likely affect the political process? (1 point) ○ it will make viewers more likely to want to know more about gutierrez’s rivals. ○ it will make viewers more likely to believe that gutierrez is an important contender in the election. ○ it will make viewers more likely to disagree with gutierrez’s views. ○ it will make viewers more likely to think that gutierrez is competent.

Explanation:

When a news channel gives a political candidate disproportionate solo airtime compared to multi-candidate settings, this extra visibility frames the candidate as a prominent, notable figure in the race. This increased exposure signals to viewers that the candidate is a key player in the election.

Answer:

It will make viewers more likely to believe that Gutierrez is an important contender in the election.