The role of social media in shaping public opinion cannot be underestimated. Platforms like Twitter and Facebook have become arenas for political discourse, allowing individuals to share their perspectives on global events. However, this accessibility comes with challenges, including the rapid spread of misinformation. A 2018 study by the MIT Media Lab found that false news stories are \( 70 \% \) more likely to be retweeted than accurate ones, primarily because misinformation often evokes stronger emotional reactions. The implications are profound: a poorly informed populace can undermine democratic processes by making decisions based on false premises. According to the passage, why does misinformation spread so rapidly? O It is deliberately promoted by governments. It evokes stronger emotional reactions than accurate news. O Social media algorithms filter out accurate news. Occurate news is not widely available.