Question ID:PT53 S1 Q14 Passage:It has been suggested that a television set should be thought of as nothing more than "a toaster with pictures" and that since we let market forces determine the design of kitchen appliances we can let them determine what is seen on television. But that approach is too simple. Some governmental control is needed, since television is so important politically and culturally. It is a major source of commercial entertainment. It plays an important political role because it is the primary medium through which many voters obtain information about current affairs. It is a significant cultural force in that in the average home it is on for more than five hours a day. Stem:Which one of the following most accurately expresses the role played in the argument by the claim that television is so important politically and culturally? Correct Answer Choice:DChoice A:It states a view that the argument as a whole is designed to discredit. Choice B:It is an intermediate conclusion that is offered in support of the claim that a television set should be thought of as nothing more than "a toaster with pictures" and for which the claim that we can let market forces determine what is seen on television is offered as support. Choice C:It is a premise that is offered in support of the claim that we let market forces determine the design of kitchen appliances. Choice D:It is an intermediate conclusion that is offered in support of the claim that some governmental control of television is needed and for which the claim that the television is on for more than five hours a day in the average home is offered as partial support. Choice E:It is a premise that is offered in support of the claim that television is the primary medium through which many voters obtain information about current affairs.