Read this excerpt from the selection and one from another source. These excerpts support the view that
A democracy may suffer with fewer journalists and newspapers.
B many industries have struggled financially during a weak economy.
C readers have never been interested in the quality of reporting.
D print newspapers are not in any real danger of losing their readers.
The correct answer is A: a democracy may suffer with fewer journalists and newspapers.
Explanation: This response highlights the essential role that journalists and newspapers play in a democratic society by providing unbiased information, holding power to account, and fostering informed public discourse. When these resources dwindle, the quality of information available to the public can decline, which can negatively impact democracy. If the excerpts you are analyzing discuss the consequences of a decrease in journalism, they likely support this view.