Question

Even though teens watch a lot of television and listen to a lot of music, why is media less effective than peers in encouraging teens to use tobacco?
(1 point)
Responses

Advertising on radio and television has been banned for 30 years, which limits their exposure to teens.

Advertising on radio and television has been banned for 30 years, which limits their exposure to teens.

Media does not have enough money to put together catchy advertisements to entice teens.
Media does not have enough money to put together catchy advertisements to entice teens.

Peers do not have as much influence on their friends as media does.
Peers do not have as much influence on their friends as media does.

Teens do not pay attention to the things they see on television or hear on the radio.

Answer 1

Media does not have the same personal connection or influence as peers do in encouraging behavior. Teens are more likely to listen to and be influenced by their friends than by advertisements or media content.