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The UK broadcasting system includes both public service and commercial television. While commercial networks are responsible for popular long-running shows such as *Coronation Street*, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) operates as a public service broadcaster under a Royal Charter. How is the BBC primarily funded to ensure its independence from both government and commercial interests?

  1. A television license fee paid by householdsCevap
  2. B
    Revenue from commercial advertising
  3. C
    Direct grants from the government budget
  4. D
    Voluntary donations from viewers

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The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is primarily funded through a television license fee paid by households.
The correct answer identifies the television license fee as the primary source of funding. This model is designed to keep the BBC independent of political and commercial pressure, as established by its Royal Charter.

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1
Identify the type of broadcaster
The BBC is a public service broadcaster, whereas channels airing *Coronation Street* are commercial.
Public service broadcasters have specific funding models to remain independent.
2
Recall the legal funding requirement
The BBC operates under a Royal Charter and is funded by the public through a license fee.
This model prevents the BBC from being reliant on either government budgets or commercial advertisers.

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The funding and independence of the BBC via the television license fee.
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