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Q13. 13.

Which one of the following statements best reflects the central idea of the above passage ?

A. Constructed as a marketplace of views, social media ensures instant access to information.
B. Social media are not ideal or moral institutions but the products built by companies to make profits.✓ Correct
C. Social media have been created to strengthen democracies.
D. In today's world, social media are inevitable for well-informed social life.

Detailed Solution

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The central idea of the passage is a critique of social media's underlying motivations and impact. It highlights that 'private entities with high capital can pay for more space for their opinions,' indicating an unequal playing field driven by money.

Furthermore, it states, 'The focus of social media is restricted to the promotion of content that generates more user engagement, regardless of how inflammatory the content may be.' This strongly suggests that these platforms prioritize profit (through engagement) over ideal or moral considerations like balanced discourse or democratic strengthening. Options A, C, and D present positive or neutral views that contradict the critical tone and specific points made in the passage.

This question requires identifying the main argument or critique presented by the author.

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