Muckraking occurs when newspapers ________.

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Muckraking refers to the practice of investigative journalism, particularly in uncovering corruption or scandal in government or business. Option B is incorrect because investigating actions of celebrities is not necessarily related to uncovering corruption or scandal in government or business. Option C is incorrect because printing sensational news on the front page to sell papers is not necessarily investigative journalism. Option D is incorrect because printing editorials and opinion pieces is not necessarily investigative journalism.

Muckraking Occurs When Newspapers ________