What is the process by which the media set the boundaries of public debate by deciding which issues will receive coverage and which ones will not?

a. spiral of silence

c. opinion leaders

b. social capital

d. agenda setting

The correct answer is (d.) agenda setting. Agenda Setting is the process by which the media set the boundaries of public debate by deciding which issues will receive coverage and which ones will not. It is also when the media put contrast to particular events that they want people to focus on and hide the other details.