According to mass-society theory, what role do the media play in relation to the public?

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Media content is shaped primarily by economic market demands.Lower social groups are controlled by the dominant class's beliefs.The media exploit the public, treating them as passive and easily influenced consumers.Viewers actively interpret and filter media information based on personal choice.

Explanation

Mass-society theory posits that the media exert control over the public by manipulating them as passive and vulnerable consumers. This contrasts with views that emphasize active audience interpretation or market-driven media content.