Why would a large media conglomerate shut down their news operations?

The correct option is:

b)because news gathering is expensive, and those programs don’t make a profit

Explanation:

To understand this we need to analyze all of the options:

a) people might not like watching commercials on tv shows but that is not the defining factor, because all types of television have commercials and people still watches them.

b) being able to set a net of reporters, researchers and the studio requires a lot of money. Also, many times news are sold by individuals. So, big amounts of money are required to stay in business if there is not enough audience to air some commercials or branding products in the show.

c) this is an absolute that says there is big profit in this shows.

d) a company wouldn't maintain a division if it doesn't make any revenue.

d. direct

its a example of imperialism