Most Journalists Follow a Code of Professional Ethics That Dictates

question 14

Multiple Choice

Most journalists follow a code of professional ethics that dictates which of the following?

• A) They may not vote in elections they cover.
• B) They must have a commitment to objectivity and truth.
• C) They must present information from both sides, no matter what the facts say.
• D) The cannot identify themselves as a Republican or Democrat.
• E) They use only reputable news outlets to report stories.

Distinguish between various antitrust laws and the specific business behaviors they regulate, including the Sherman Act and the Clayton Act.

Analyze the application of the rule of reason and per se illegality to antitrust cases.

Identify the key factors considered in competition law such as determining relevant markets, analyzing mergers, and assessing monopolistic practices.

Understand the procedures and consequences of enforcement of the Sherman Act, including both private and governmental actions.

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Definitions:

Scientific Method

The process of developing, testing, and refining theories to understand the determinants of social behavior.

Social Cognition

An examination of the ways in which people interpret, keep, and use data about other individuals and social scenarios.

Power of The Situation

The influence that environmental or situational factors have on individuals' behavior, often underestimating personal dispositional factors.

Extraverted People

Individuals characterized by their outgoing, energetic, and social nature, often feeling energized by social interaction.