Which phrase defines "media literacy" best?

a. the ability to sift through and analyze media messages critically

b. the ability to watch as many commercials as possible

c. the ability to distinguish when an ad is fake

d. the ability to create an ad

Out of the choices given, the phrase that defines "media literacy" the best is the ability to sift through and analyze media messages critically. You must be able to read the words in the commercials. The correct answer is A.

Answer;

A. The ability to sift through and analyze media messages critically

Explanation;

Media literacy is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media.

It provides a framework to access, analyze, evaluate and create messages in a variety of forms; such as print, internet and video. It also builds an understanding of the role of media in society as well as essential skills of inquiry and self-expression necessary for citizens of a democracy.