Advertising has an important role in the media to inform the public; whether it be through magazines, newspapers, radio, television or sports events.

... Advertising has an important role in the media to inform the public; whether it be through magazines, newspapers, radio, television or sports events. Advertising is advantageous to the public as it displays the range of products available on the market. From products such as trainers to awareness campaigns, it informs us of prices, ranges, bargains and other essential information. This aids us to make more informed choices and in some cases, even save money. Advertisements not only inform us, but entertain us also. Ads such as the Budweiser series featuring the frogs are humorous and many car advertisements use hit songs to provide the backtrack to the ads. Advertising is a major industry, which employs thousands of people. Revenue from advertising pays wages and allows many sports and charity events to take place. Although advantageous to the public, advertising has also proved to be a dangerous and seedy market, where advertisers often distort truth

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