Which of the following effects did television have on American politics? It decreased the public’s exposure to a candidate’s views. It afforded candidates the opportunity to appeal directly to voters. It supported the value of a party structure to gain support for a candidate. It allowed the printed word to become the most important aspect of elections.

B.

Explanation:

The Television has not only affected the American society but also the American politics. After the emergence of television, there was a shift in American politics and campaigning. Politicians started planning budget for the broadcast media.

Politicians used television and radio broadcasting with the purpose to appeal directly to the voters. This media broadcasting campaign helped politicians and political parties to gain support which pulled many votes in their voting banks.

So, the correct answer is option B.

d. i assume the underlined word is "role." reformat if it isn't.

explanation:

role is closest to part because when replacing words, "playing a vital decision," "playing a vital activity," and "playing a vital dollar" don't make logical sense. the only meaningful choice is "playing a vital part."

this fits one of merriam-webster's definitions of role: "a function or part performed especially in a particular operation or process."

where are the choices