When it is stated in your text that "the media are probably more effective at agenda setting than at communicating particular messages," it means that the media
A)can attract viewers but not necessarily change those viewers' opinions.
B)can change opinions about things people are already interested in but cannot call attention to new issues.
C)tend to call attention to particular issues more than shape people's opinions about the issues.
D)can convince people that an issue is a problem but not to act on that belief.

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Agenda setting refers to the ability of the media to influence which issues and topics the public deems important or newsworthy. This does not necessarily mean that the media can change people's opinions about those issues, but rather that they have the power to draw attention to certain topics. Therefore, the statement suggests that the media is more effective at setting the agenda than at communicating specific messages or changing people's opinions. Choice A, B, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately capture the meaning of the statement.

When It Is Stated in Your Text That "The Media