In what way are independent media more open-minded than mass media? A. They are not subject to government control; consequently, they
provide more criticism of institutions.
B. They are basically the same as mass media; consequently, they
provide no additional services or insights.
C. They tend to present minority viewpoints.
D. They have a wider audience than mass media.

In 1914, alabama produced 1.7 million bales of cotton, but three years later produced only 515,000, bales. meanwhile, in georgia, 5.2 million acres of land was dedicated for cotton production in 1914, but by 1923 there were just 2.6 million acres used for growing cotton. all of this was the result of the work of a tiny insect: the boll weevil. alabama and georgia first felt the effects of the boll weevil at different times. what would account for this difference in timing?