Which of the following is true of the media and diversity issues?
A) Blacks and Hispanics commit a greater proportion of drug-related crimes but are less likely to be shown on television being arrested for such crimes.
B) Most crime is intra-racial, but news reports are more likely to portray Black on White crime.
C) Use of divisive or misleading terminology by the media aids in the acceptance of diversity.
D) Reformation within the media has resulted in the elimination of anything that might be a barrier to diversity.

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Studies have shown that news reports are more likely to report on Black on White crime, even though most crime is intra-racial. This misrepresentation can perpetuate stereotypes and bias against minority groups. Option A is incorrect because research shows that despite higher rates of drug-related crimes committed by Blacks and Hispanics, news reports tend to over-represent these groups as perpetrators. Option C is also incorrect as divisive or misleading terminology does not aid in the acceptance of diversity. Option D is incorrect as there is still much work to be done in terms of diversity and representation within the media.

Which of the Following Is True of the Media and Diversity