Are Television Ads Worth It?

It seems like so much money goes into advertising products on television. Companies pay millions just to get a 30-second advertisement on air during the Super Bowl. My question to you is do you think the money companies use on advertising is just wasted? Granted, you need to advertise your product to get people to notice it, but do people actually pay attention to the actual product on commercials, or just the appeal they use to grab your attention (ie: sex, comedy, ect.)?

News Media

From what source do you prefer to get your news from?

A. Television
B. Radio
C. Newspaper
D. Internet

Also, there any specific reason for your preference? (ex. convenience, quality, ect.)

How Does Television View You?

Television stations tend to put out the simplest, easiest to understand information in their commercials and programming. This is mostly so the viewer can understand the message with ease, and not have to think. Sure, there are some programs that you need at least half a brain for to understand, but for the most part, they market to the "average joe." Do you think the big television corporations sees their viewers (American people) as mindless idiots? Is this an acurate portrayal of the American public?