Werner Is Told by His Editor to Review the Press

question 21

Multiple Choice

Werner is told by his editor to review the press release submitted by the Apex Copper Mine public relations office in order to write an article on the possibility of the area's proposed copper mine causing environmental pollution and health problems. Two days later, Werner is told to contact the local First Nation for a reaction to the story. According to Herman and Chomsky, what does this reflect?

• A) advertising
• B) sourcing
• C) flak
• D) reporting

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Definitions:

Market Segmentation

The process of dividing a target market into smaller, more defined categories.

Shared Characteristics

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Market Segments

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Segmentation Process

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