The biggest problem in trying to apply older models of mass communication to 21^st century mass communication is that A) message preparation and transmission technology are now decentralized. B) computers weren't included in earlier models but are crucial for communication today. C) the speed of communication today is faster than earlier theorists could have imagined. D) audiences are much bigger today than they ever were in the past.

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Older models of mass communication were based on centralized systems where a few sources disseminated information to a large audience. In the 21st century, technology has decentralized message preparation and transmission, allowing individuals to create and share content widely, which challenges the applicability of older models.

The Biggest Problem in Trying to Apply Older Models of Mass