The Prototypal Disadvantaged American ● Does not know which formal channels to tap in order to solve his problems,or what specific programs exist to respond to his need. Watches many hours of television daily,seldom reads newspapers or magazines,and never reads books. Does not see his questions as information needs;is not a very active information seeker,even when he does undertake a search.The Prototypal Disadvantaged American  Does not know which formal channels to tap in order to solve his problems, or what specific programs exist to respond to his need.  Watches many hours of television daily, seldom reads newspapers or magazines, and never reads books.  Does not see his questions as information needs; is not a very active information seeker, even when he does undertake a search