Question

Which of the following was not true about television since the 1980s?

Answer 1

Answer:

C. is the answer to the question

Answer 2

The correct answer is C) The major news networks grew to be stronger than ever.

The statement that was not true about television since the 1980s is "The major news networks grew to be stronger than ever."

During the 1980s, TV started to better segment audiences to better offer programs such as MTV, VH1, CNN that made cable TV grow in popularity. Paid TV represented a serious competition to syndicated TV or public television. The late-night shows became very popular for adult audiences. In the 1990s, some big corporations started to buy other media outlets, even cable TV companies. Audiences became more diversified. In the 2000s, reality shows started to be a new attraction. However, with the arrival of the internet, TV has suffered to keep the loyalty of their audiences.