In terms of the characterization of "conversation," __________ refers to the idea that participants take turns and that conversations have beginnings, middles, and endings

McAllister's genre analysis of Doogie Howser, M.D. argues that

a. there are very few "pure" genre texts on TV any more. b. many contemporary TV series are "recombinant" forms that mix elements from two—or more—genres. c. Doogie Howser successfully combines the characteristics of the situation comedy and the medical/doctor genres. d. Doogie Howser successfully addresses cultural tensions about wild teens and failed health care system. e. All of the above.

Because we are uncomfortable with managing conflicting ideas, we tend to use ________ when using media.

A. selective gratification B. selective viewing C. selective exposure D. selective retention