Which of the following best describes the relationship between the media and citizens?

(A) Most media are independent and unbiased, allowing citizens to form their own opinions.
(B) The media are regulated by the government to ensure that consumers receive factually accurate information.
(C) The media have greater influence in shaping the political ideology of citizens than any other factor does.
(D) Citizens have little choice about how to consume media because of the consolidation of media ownership.
(E) Citizens tend to seek out media that reinforce rather than challenge existing ideological views.

Answer: (E) Citizens tend to seek out media that reinforce rather than challenge existing ideological views.