What did the Cable Communication Policy Act of 1984 accomplish? A. It made cable TV more accessible to many Americans.
B. It forced cable companies to improve accessibility and reduce cable rates.
C. It encouraged cable companies to abide by fair hiring practices.
D. It deregulated advertisements that targeted children’s programming.
The correct answer is A. It made cable TV more accessible to many Americans.
The Cable Communication Policy Act of 1984 aimed to promote cable television services by reducing government regulation of the cable industry, ultimately encouraging competition and making cable TV more widely available to the public. This act facilitated a more diverse cable landscape, leading to broader access for consumers.