IELTS Reading inference Practice
According to the author, what is the main difference between a 'filter bubble' and an 'echo chamber'?
Question type: multiple choice · Difficulty: beginner
- A. A filter bubble is created by an algorithm, while an echo chamber involves active user choice.
- B. A filter bubble applies to social media, while an echo chamber applies to television news.
- C. Filter bubbles are harmless, but echo chambers are dangerous.
- D. Filter bubbles are created by companies, and echo chambers are created by governments.
Explanation Preview
Paragraph D makes this distinction clear: 'While a filter bubble is created by an algorithm without the user's active intent, an echo chamber is a space where people actively choose to consume information...'. This directly supports option A.