WAEC Government 2021 Question 6

Question 6

Public Opinion and Mass Media

What does the mass media rely on to gauge public opinion?

  1. A.Influential citizens
  2. B.Propaganda and interviews
  3. C.Polls and surveys
  4. D.Rumour and gossip.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Polls and surveys)

Explanation

Opinion polls and surveys ask a sample of people their views, giving a measure of public opinion.