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The Effect of Self-image Maintenance on Prejudice, 2002.
This paper discusses how self-image maintenance processes facilitate prejudiced behaviors.
1,432 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper analyzes the article, "Prejudice as Self-Image Maintenance: Affirming the Self Through Derogating Others," Fein and Spencer (1997) which illustrates how self-image maintenance processes facilitate prejudice and stereotyping and internalizes them in people. The writer shows that the most important message from this article is that we should be aware of the existence of these unconscious processes because it will be impossible to modify prejudiced behaviors unless we are aware of the processes.
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"Hate crimes are among the most serious problems in the United States. Hate crimes against victims? racial or ethnic origin, religious preference, and sexual orientation are most notorious, but the fact is that hate crimes target anybody based on any factor. Stereotyping and prejudice are the main causes of hate crimes and are deep-rooted and hard to modify. It appears that stereotyping and prejudice are not merely a product of accumulated historical issues but also a product of a psychological mechanism, which reinforces stereotyping and prejudice. In this article, "Prejudice as Self-Image Maintenance: Affirming the Self Through Derogating Others," Fein and Spencer (1997) discuss how self-image maintenance processes underlie stereotyping and prejudice."
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Self-Image Maintenance and Prejudice, 2008.
This paper explores the extent to which a strong self-image encourages resistance to prejudice.
1,395 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 46.95
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This paper examines the literature on prejudice and self-image in order to determine how comprehensive the protection given by a strong self-image can be in respect to prejudice. The paper discusses how self-esteem and self-image are separate constructs and examines racism and gender in relation to self-image. The paper also discusses how it is highly probable that a target of prejudice with a strong self-image will be less likely to suffer psychological or emotional harm from prejudice, but he may still feel the effects of prejudice. The paper concludes that it is necessary to engage in further study in which a narrow focus is used to identify the impact of prejudice on a specific population, such as either gender or race.
Outline:
Introduction
Self-Esteem and Self-Image
Racism and Self-Image
Gender and Self-Image
Conclusion
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"The study of prejudice and its impact on the individual has been well-documented in the literature. It is recognized that prejudice is both expressed and responded to in multiple forms, suggesting that it is feasibly impossible to prepare for all social interactions in which prejudice is exhibited (Owens, Stryker, & Goodman, 2001; Kernis, 2006). This in turn indicates that the person who is targeted by a display of prejudice is likely to be affected by it, and that the impact that prejudice has upon the person depends upon the type of prejudice displayed and the character of the person who has been targeted by it."
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Oil Industry Maintenance, 2004.
An evaluation of the maintenance requirements of the petroleum industry.
7,872 words (approx. 31.5 pages), 18 sources, MLA, $ 170.95
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This paper examines how maintenance issues and scheduling are very important for the petroleum industry and how different business units have to work in close coordination with each other in order to achieve the best performance from all the equipment within the organization. It also discusses the importance of training and education and how training should not be restricted to the maintenance departments, but rather the need and reason for maintenance should be provided to all employees within the organization. It shows how the stability of the oil and gas industry depends on its ability to answer the market's increased demand, while still providing profits. All scheduling for maintenance in the oil production business should be done based on the bottleneck, the product most required.
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Introduction
Existing Conditions in the Petroleum Industry
Problems Faced by Maintenance Departments and Their Impact on the Petroleum Industry
Discussion of the Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance of Tanks Used For Storage of Petroleum Products in Tank Farms
Maintenance of Refineries on a Holistic and Generalized Bases
Results Expected From the Maintenance Program Set in Place
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"Many of the key players in the oil and gas industry are striving to reduce their outstanding debts and improving their cash flow. Organizations involved in the productions, distribution and warehousing of petroleum products are realizing that by using preventive maintenance (PM) and behaving proactive with regards to the problems and issues faced within their operations that can achieve their goal of reducing costs and operational expenses. Constant risk assessments of the manufacturing and production facilities and periodic evaluation of all the work processes has helped many other industries improve their bottom line. The petroleum industry is quick to realize the gains and advantages that can be got by using many of the tried and tested management tools used by other industries."
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Gurinder Chadha's "Bride and Prejudice", 2006.
A comparison between Jane Austin's "Pride and Prejudice" and Gurinder Chadha's "Bride and Prejudice".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 0 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper reviews the Indian film "Bride and Prejudice" based on Jane Austen's novel, "Pride and Prejudice". The paper discusses how the themes of the original "Pride and Prejudice" set in 1813 Britain, are very closely related to that of the Punjabi Indian Community, especially in terms of arranged marriage.
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"A 2004 film adaptation of Jane Austen's 1813 novel, set in India, offers a rendition of a story that is very British, at the same time as it is rather Indian. The director, Gurinder Chadha, saw that themes presented in Pride and Prejudice, are rather dear to South Asian cultures that happen to share much that was once important to the respectable early 19th century culture portrayed by Jane Austen. Convention matters, education and demonstrated virtue have remained important, as has the all-encompassing realm of upbringing, social standing, and marriage."
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Aircraft Maintenance Management, 2005.
An analysis of the cost savings that can be obtained from efficient aircraft maintenance management.
1,398 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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A major expense of operating any aircraft is maintenance expense. In commercial and business aviation, the costs go far beyond the immediate costs of direct labor and materials. This paper examines how the critical nature of maintenance planning and advanced software technology potentials have combined to create many types of software options for automated maintenance scheduling. It looks at how maintenance planning software can reduce maintenance costs and prevent loss of revenue and how operators are forging "off the shelf" programs into individualized solutions.
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Abstract
Direct Effects of Poor Maintenance Planning
Indirect Effects of Poor Maintenance Planning
Software Solutions
Conclusion
References
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"The obvious consequences of poor maintenance planning are flight safety failures. One infamous incident involved the January 2000 crash of Alaska Airlines Flight 261 into the Pacific Ocean when a crucial flight control part failed. It was later determined by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) that the part, a jackscrew controlling the horizontal stabilizer, failed due to lack of lubrication. The NTSB ruled not only that failure was due to poor maintenance practices of Alaska Airlines but also blamed the Federal Administration Agency (FAA) for lack of oversight. (Wallace, 2006) Alaska Airlines improved their maintenance procedures and the FAA issued additional requirements for the jackscrew inspection intervals."
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Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice", 2008.
This paper analyzes the themes of pride, prejudice and marriage in Jane Austen's Victorian novel "Pride and Prejudice".
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper examines the premise of pride and prejudice in relation to the characters of Elizabeth and Darcy in Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice". The author points out that the public behaviors of Darcy's pride makes him appear to be an arrogant and self-serving young man. The paper relates that his behaviors are not driven by mere vanity but by a true desire to associate with only the most moral and noble of persons. The author underscores that Elizabeth holds a prejudice against Darcy's public image and must invariably undergo an evolutionary change to realize Darcy's private moral and upstanding convictions. The paper concludes that, when Elizabeth realizes that Darcy is prideful, gruff and impersonal to people who are immoral and vice-prone, she understands that this is a form of pride upon which to form a marriage.
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"When Elizabeth hears of this private side of Darcy's personality, she is astonished to realize that he does not behave proudly out of mere arrogance, but out of his own conviction for just actions and moral fortitude. This also forces Elizabeth to reconsider her rejection of Darcy first marriage proposal, but the issue of pride in Darcy's attitudes is not founded on vanity; which also provides more evidence for Elizabeth to consider accepting Darcy if he should propose marriage to her again."
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Pride and Prejudice, 2002.
Evidence of pride and prejudice in Elizabeth and Darcy in Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice".
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This undergraduate level novel is an examination of the literal examples of pride and prejudice in Jane Austen's novel of the same name. It looks at the two primary characters of Elizabeth and Darcy. It observes that their relationship is tragically damaged by their inability to place passion and love above their need to be accepted within their society.
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"Pride and Prejudice", 2002.
Examines the issues of pride vs. prejudice in Jane Austen's novel.
1,587 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 51.95
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Jane Austen's novel "Pride and Prejudice" is structured around the theme of pride vs. prejudice, with characters showing aspects of each of these traits in their behavior and in their personalities. The paper examines how both major and minor characters reflect issues of pride and instances of prejudice as common characteristics that shape their actions, usually without their being at all aware of it. The paper shows how the terms "pride" and "prejudice" contrast, particularly as essential characteristics of Darcy (the proud) and Elizabeth (the prejudiced) as they learn to overcome their natural inclinations sufficiently to come together. The paper demonstrates how Austen does not simply present these characters as representatives of these character traits as would be found in an allegory. What Austen shows is that the society of the time is so guided by issues of pride and prejudice that real human connections are rare and to be prized.
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"Elizabeth Bennett is the intelligent heroine of this novel, but she is as guilty of self-absorption as any of the other characters in the novel, including Darcy. She has superior intelligence, and while she believes this places her above the error of prejudice, it does not. She has good reasons for rejecting Darcy at their first meeting. First, she is reacting to the actions of Mr. Wickham. Second, she refuses because Mr. Darcy separated Jane and Bingley. Third, although she is flattered by Darcy's proposal, she refuses because as he proposes, he allows his pride to come to the fore and so tells her that it would be degrading to be connected with her family. Here is where pride and prejudice clash directly, for Elizabeth is influenced here by her prejudice, which prevents her from understanding the nature of Darcy's pride. Her prejudice only begins to crumble when he writes an earnest letter to her and confesses that he did interfere between Jane and Bingley. He also reiterates to her his belief that Wickham is a bad character, and by now she agrees. Her prejudice then begins to disintegrate. Darcy is no longer too proud to see Elizabeth as a good catch, and she is no longer too prejudiced to understand his feelings."
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A Re-evaluation of the Role of Prejudice in Contemporary Arts, 2003.
An intense study of the role of prejudice in two contemporary 'pop culture' works.
4,492 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 117.95
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This essay is a look at the novel "PUSH" by Sapphire and the movie "8mile" and how they both relate to prejudice in the United States. The writer argues that while both works show that prejudice and racism are still a problem for minorities and the underprivileged, they also suggest that these very people, by the strict definition of prejudice, harbor many prejudices of their own and the writer examines the reasons behind that.
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"Prejudice is an oft-discussed topic these days is one which regardless of how overplayed and overanalyzed it may seem to be is still a major factor in many of the problems which we deal with as a society. In both Sapphire's emotionally charged novel PUSH and the popular movie 8 Mile, loosely based on the life of Eminem, the problem of prejudice based on race is examined thoroughly. PUSH especially shows race to be one of the most important factors in the many problems that surround its main character, Claireece Precious Jones. Yet there are many other forms of prejudice besides racism. Defining prejudice is no easy task, but Merriam-Webster's Dictionary gives an interesting--if not completely comprehensive--definition of prejudice: "(1) : preconceived judgment or opinion (2) : an adverse opinion or leaning formed without just grounds or before sufficient knowledge b : an instance of such judgment or opinion c : an irrational attitude of hostility directed against an individual, a group, a race, or their supposed characteristics." (Mirriam-Webster) Therefore one can literally be prejudiced against anyone or anything if one holds an 'irrational attitude' toward them. There are many examples of this, interestingly, in the form of Claireece in PUSH. Although Precious is a victim throughout the novel of prejudice, racial discrimination, taunting and ridicule, she still harbors many prejudices towards other groups of people bringing to the fore the quagmire of why an 'oppressed' person would not feel compassion for other people in a similar situation--an interesting idea that is also examined in 8 Mile--and why sometimes racism is even more common in people who suffer the brunt of its effects; through her many trials and tribulations Claireece does eventually get past many of her prejudices as she seeks to become more learned and is exposed to other groups of people, though. Yet at the end of PUSH Claireece still seems to harbor many prejudices leaving the reader to ponder the significance of what appears to be her enduring lack of understanding of what it means to be prejudiced."
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Past Prejudice and Life Satisfaction, 2005.
This paper discusses the relationship between past prejudice, racism and discrimination and life satisfaction in African-Americans.
10,005 words (approx. 40.0 pages), 47 sources, APA, $ 202.95
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This paper explains that racism has long term effects, which can impact directly the life satisfaction of African-Americans; life satisfaction is an assessment of overall conditions of existence as derived from a comparison of an individual's aspirations to his or her actual achievements. The author identifies six main types of discrimination: 1) Historical/persistent prejudice, 2) social paranoia, 3) persistent prejudice pain, 4) discrimination denials, 5) historical fear, and 6) historical bias. This paper explains that, throughout history, the color of a person's skin and other physical characteristics provided a means for easy classification.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Prevalence
What is Prejudice?
Slavery
Racial Inequalities
Is It Genetic or a Learned Behavior?
Long-Term Effects of Prejudice
The O.J. Simpson Trial
The Burning of Black Churches
Six Types of Discrimination
Life Satisfaction
Adult Life Satisfaction - Terms and Concepts
African Americans and Life Satisfaction
Relationship between Black Identity Development and Life Satisfaction
Research Question
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"The American justice system prides itself for being color blind, yet more than half of the prison population is made up of black men or women, accounting for one million individuals in prison. African Americans make up only fourteen percent of all drug users in America, yet constitute thirty-five percent of all drug arrests, fifty-five percent of all drug convictions, and seventy-five percent of all drug admissions for drug offences. Statistically, more than eight out of every ten African Americans males will be arrested at some point in their lives. The pattern of racial bias in these statistics has been confirmed by the research of the US Commission on Civil Rights. Marable (2000) believes that racial stereotypes among African Americans as violent, aggressive, hostile, and short-tempered influence white judgments about crime. It is commonly believed that judges are inclined to give black and Latino defendants more severe judgments of guilt and lengthier prison sentences than whites who commit identical crimes."
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Predictive Maintenance of HVAC Systems, 2006.
An analysis of predictive maintenance on heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) Systems.
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper takes a look at the importance of predictive maintenance, otherwise known as condition monitoring, on HVAC systems. The paper focuses on chillers and cooling water circulation pumps and motors. The paper discusses how in the past, conventional maintenance approaches frequently resulted in equipment downtime as the result of faulty preventative maintenance systems; equipment would experience repeated failures due to over-capacity or design flaws that were not identified prior to being placed into operation.
Outline:
Background and Overview
Predictive Maintenance (Condition Monitoring) of HVAC Systems
Chillers and Cooling Water Circulation Pumps and Motors
Summary
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"The need to identify better maintenance techniques is also congruent with the observation by Frendedall and his colleagues that, "Over the past decade there has been increased recognition that in a world class organization, maintenance is not a separate, isolated function that makes repairs and performs assorted activities as needed. Rather, maintenance is a full partner striving together with the other functions to achieve the firm's strategic goals." In the past, conventional maintenance approaches frequently resulted in equipment downtime as the result of faulty preventative maintenance systems; equipment would experience repeated failures due to over-capacity or design flaws that were not identified prior to being placed into operation. According to Thatcher, "In each case, the fix is a relatively simple one. Once discovered, however, the cost to replace or repair it can have a major impact on the organization's ability to continue to produce." The reference to "strategic" is a common theme in the scholarly literature concerning appropriate predictive maintenance regimens, and these issues are discussed further below."
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Methadone Maintenance Program, 2005.
An investigation into the relationship of counseling intensity to selected demographic variables and illicit drug use in a methadone maintenance program.
11,339 words (approx. 45.4 pages), 47 sources, APA, $ 222.95
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This paper examines the relationship of illicit drug use to four selected demographic factors of patients participating in the Methadone Maintenance Program at Recovery Solutions in Santa Ana, California. This paper also analyzes the intensity of counseling received each month of patients participating in Cash Maintenance and Medicare Maintenance and the results of urine drug screens. For the purposes of this research project, it is assumed that the analysis of these variables provides new information about the extent to which counseling intensity affects illicit drug use by patients according to age, gender and race.
Introduction to the Problem
Background of the Study
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Background of Study
Rationale
Research Questions
Hypothesis #1
Hypothesis #2
Significance of the Study
Definition of Terms
Assumptions and Limitations
Nature of the Study, or Theoretical/Conceptual Framework
Organization of the Remainder of the Study
Literature Review
Background and Overview
Age as an Indicator
Gender as an Indicator
Race as an Indicator
Socioeconomic Status as an Indicator
Counseling Intensity as an Indicator
Methodology
Introduction
Setting for the Study
Permission for the Study
Subjects
Data Source
Interventions
Description of Variables
Hypothesis #1
Hypothesis #2
Instrumentation
Procedure
Rationale for Study
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"Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) programs were originally designed to reduce use of heroin among people addicted to this drug. Methadone is an opiate agonist that works by warding off withdrawal symptoms and suppressing drug craving among opiate addicts by stabilizing blood levels of the drug and its metabolites (Mcneely & Nadelmann, 1996). "At proper doses, methadone lets addicts function normally, without making them 'high,' and can be safely consumed for decades with remarkably few bad side effects" (Mcneely & Nadelmann, p. 83). In MMT programs, the drug is typically consumed orally, once a day. Most such programs also provide counseling, some medical care, and other ancillary services in addition to the methadone (Mcneely & Nadelmann, 1996). Generally speaking, the goal of MMTs is to help addicts stop using illicit drugs and resolve the myriad of problems that are contributing to their continued use."
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Software Maintenance, 2005.
A discussion on the updating and maintenance of software .
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 11 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper analyzes the issue of software maintenance stating that software maintenance is an ongoing process that helps sustain the software product throughout its life cycle. It explains that for many, if not most programs, software maintenance is virtually automatic with the computer itself accessing websites and checking for updates and then installing what needs to be installed. In other cases, it claims, the user must perform the task manually or must request that the system check for updates and make changes.
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"Software maintenance is an ongoing process that helps sustain the software product throughout its life cycle. For many if not most programs, software maintenance is virtually automatic, with the computer itself accessing websites and checking for updates and then installing what needs to be installed. In other cases, the user must perform the task manually or must request that the system check for updates and make changes. The process includes several steps for the programmer, occurring as modification requests are logged and tracked, the impact of proposed changes is ascertained, the code is modified, the system is tested, and a new version of the software product is released. Any necessary additional training is then provided to users. Software maintenance can be defined as the modification of a software product after delivery and installation, with an eye to correcting faults, improving performance or other attributes, or adapting the product to a changed environment."
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Prejudice and Discrimination, 2006.
A qualitative analysis of the origins of prejudice and discriminatory behavior in adolescents.
843 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This research paper is an analysis of the data that currently exists with respect to prejudice and discrimination. According to the paper, prejudice and discrimination are rampant in today's global society, despite increasing cultural diversity within communities and among business enterprises.
Overview:
Introduction/Definition of the Problem
Theoretical Perspective
Review of the Literature
Hypothesis and Research Questions/Aims/Objectives
Methods/Data and Research Design
Conclusion
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"There are many questions regarding where prejudice attitudes and behaviors originate. Some have postulated that prejudice and intolerant behaviors are created and ingrained early during early childhood and adolescence (Fink & Hurley, 1995; Fishbein, O'Bryan & Ritchey, 2004; Steinberg, 2001; Swim, et al. 1995). Still others suggest peer influences are more influential than familial influences when it comes to the development and perception of race relations and biased behaviors particularly among adolescents (Fishbein, 2002). There is a growing body of evidence supporting multiple factors contributing to race relations, attitudes, perspectives and beliefs about cultural diversity and subsequent development of biased or prejudiced behaviors (Fishbein, O'Bryan & Ritchey, 2004)."
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Media Perpetuated Prejudice, 2002.
A study of prejudice perpetuated by the media.
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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The paper studies the role that the media plays in perpetuating prejudice. It looks at the prejudice prevalent in the marketing strategies of television and then moves on to suggestions for improving equality in television's marketing strategies.
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"The media has become an educational tool and source and the society has unconsciously grown dependent upon it for development and understanding of one self. Media has become a part of our culture and plays a pivotal role in societal norms."
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