When AT&T began station WEAF in 1922, how did it expect to make a profit?
A)By imposing a tax on all radio receivers.
B)Through manufacturing five-minute ads.
C)By selling radio receivers.
D)By imposing a separate surcharge on all those who used the telephone.
E)By imposing a toll on those who sent a message on WEAF.

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AT&T expected to make a profit by imposing a toll on those who sent a message on WEAF, essentially charging for airtime.

When AT&T Began Station WEAF in 1922, How Did It