Public opinion is defined as the

A.

aggregate views of the people

B.

sentiments of opposition parties

C.

consensus of the mass media

D.

reaction of pressure groups

Correct answer is A

Public opinion consists of the desires, wants and thinking of the majority of the people. It is the collective opinion of the people of a society or state on an issue or problem. This concept came about through the process of urbanization and other political and social forces.