How do digital media and social media affect the spread of misinformation, and which strategies help counter it?

How do digital media and social media affect the spread of misinformation, and which strategies help counter it?

• A. Digital media spread misinformation solely due to human error, without algorithms.
• B. Algorithms always prevent misinformation.
• C. Speed and algorithms can amplify misinformation; strategies: verify sources, cross-check with credible outlets, check dates, use fact-checkers, analyze source credibility.
• D. Misinformation cannot be countered.

Answer: (C)