Reacting to risks. National newspapers such as USA Today and the New York Times carry many more
Question:
Reacting to risks. National newspapers such as USA Today and the New York Times carry many more stories about deaths from airplane crashes than about deaths from automobile crashes. Auto accidents killed about 45,000 people in the United States in 2006. Crashes of all scheduled air carriers, including commuter carriers, killed only 50 people in 2006.
(a) Why do the news media give more attention to airplane crashes?
(b) How does news coverage help explain why many people consider flying more dangerous than driving?
Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!
Step by Step Answer:
Related Book For
Statistics Concepts And Controversies
ISBN: 9781429277761
7th Edition
Authors: David S Moore, William I Notz
Question Posted: