A news producer for a major network newscast is trying to determine whether to cover a celebrity's recent drug arrest or violence in a country that few Americans know about. According to the profit motive, which story will be chosen, and why?

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The profit motive dictates that the network will likely choose the celebrity story because it is more likely to attract a larger audience. This is because Americans are often more interested in the lives of celebrities and their personal struggles than international events that do not directly affect them. The network wants to attract as many viewers as possible to increase advertising revenue, making the celebrity story the more profitable choice.

A News Producer for a Major Network Newscast Is Trying