US TV viewers torn between free, ad-supported services and ad-free video subscriptions

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When deciding whether to sit through ads or pay up, US TV viewers ages 14 and older favor the former, but not by much. While 41% prefer a service that is free with ads, 33% would sooner pay a subscription fee than see commercials in their movies and shows.

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