Public opinion is defined as the

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WAEC 2015

Public opinion is defined as the

  • A. aggregate views of the people
  • B. sentiments of opposition parties
  • C. consensus of the mass media
  • D. reaction of pressure groups

Correct Answer: A. aggregate views of the people

Explanation

Public opinion consists of the desires, wants and thinking of the majority of the people. It is the collective opinion of the people of a society or state on an issue or problem. This concept came about through the process of urbanization and other political and social forces.



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