Which claim does the author make in the Newsela article "Opinion: It's Important for Kids to See Diverse TV, Movie Characters"?

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Media maintains stereotypes because it has proven to be financially successful.
Media maintains stereotypes because it has proven to be financially successful.

Researchers must understand why stereotyping exists before adjustments can be made to media.
Researchers must understand why stereotyping exists before adjustments can be made to media.

Characters with non-American accents are more appealing to audiences.
Characters with non-American accents are more appealing to audiences.

Children have extensive background knowledge they draw on to form stereotypes.

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The claim the author makes in the Newsela article "Opinion: It's Important for Kids to See Diverse TV, Movie Characters" is that children have extensive background knowledge they draw on to form stereotypes. This emphasizes the importance of representation in media, as diverse characters can help counteract harmful stereotypes and promote a more inclusive understanding of different cultures and identities.