What was the effect of RCA’s campaign to discredit Farnsworth?
A It drove Farnsworth to abandon his research.
B It delayed the introduction of television to the public.
C It forced Farnsworth to give away his patents for free.
D It backfired and brought Farnsworth great wealth.
What was the effect of RCA’s campaign to discredit Farnsworth?
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The correct answer is B: It delayed the introduction of television to the public.
The RCA campaign to discredit Philo Farnsworth aimed to undermine his credibility and claims to the invention of television technology. While Farnsworth did persist in his work, the aggressive marketing and legal tactics used by RCA slowed the progress of television as an emerging medium, delaying public access to the technology. If you have more questions or need further explanation, feel free to ask!