Question

True or False?In order for the agenda-setting function hypothesis to be established as a causal relationship, a lag in public priorities behind media agenda must be observed.

Answer 1

Answer:

True.

Explanation:

Agenda-setting theory is a social science theory which attempts to make predictions regarding the influence of the media. It describes the ability of news media to influence the important topics on the public agenda.

This theory argues that the news media has a great influence on the audience by covering some news more frequently and prominently, thus making the audience think of it as more important.

Nevertheless, news media does not operate within a vacuum. Policy makers and participation of the public have an important role when it comes to the decision of what makes public priorities. Therefore the society is active in building the setting and making a causal relationship with the media which then is reshaping the agenda-setting.