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What are the two distinct factors that contribute to the spread of misinformation?
Cognitive variables and societal cost
Why is fictional misinformation difficult to correct?
Prior warnings and monitoring are ineffective
What type of information do people tend to share, regardless of its truth?
Information that elicits emotional responses
What does democracy rely on, according to the text?
A well-informed populace
What has amplified the spread of misinformation, according to the text?
The internet and social media
Explore the factors contributing to the spread of misinformation, including cognitive variables, societal impact, and the changing media landscape.
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