Question

In which of these cases would the FCC intervene? a TV anchor using racial slurs against a celebrity a radio station dropping all forms of advertisement a TV broadcaster charging exorbitant rates for pay-per-view events a company launching its latest flat-screen televisions in the market

Answer 1

a TV anchor using racial slurs against a celebrity

The FCC is the Federal Communications Commission responsible for monitoring media outlets.

In the examples above, the only option the FCC would address would be the racial slurs. The FCC sets guidelines for decency and what can and cannot be shown or heard through media. The other examples are economic decisions only which each business has the right to make.

Answer 2

The correct answer is a TV anchor using racial slurs against a celebrity

The FCC’s role includes maintaining indecency regulations over television, radio, and other broadcasters. It limits indecent material in order to keep public airwaves free of obscene materials and also censors materials considered inappropriate