Television shows and movies disproportionately portray the wealthy in a positive light, often as glamorous, able, and good. In contrast, negative characters are often portrayed as poor, criminal, and morally deficient. This is an example of what type of power the media exert over their audience?
A) informational
B) soft
C) legitimate
D) cultural

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This is an example of cultural power, where the media shapes and reinforces cultural norms and values through its portrayal and representation of different social groups. It perpetuates and reinforces the stereotype that wealth is associated with positive traits and poverty is associated with negative ones.

Television Shows and Movies Disproportionately Portray the Wealthy in a Positive