The Quality of Journalists' Coverage of a Science Story Will

question 38

Multiple Choice

The quality of journalists' coverage of a science story will be determined by two factors:

• A)the importance and accuracy of the story.
• B)the length and source of the story.
• C)the education and experience of the journalist.
• D)the education and experience of the scientist.

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Definitions:

Map Sense

An inherent ability to understand and navigate the spatial environment, often used in reference to animals or humans who can orient themselves without explicit landmarks.

Polygyny

A mating system in which one male mates with multiple females, often found in animal societies.

Intersexual Selection

A form of natural selection in which individuals of one sex (usually females) choose mates from the opposite sex based on certain desirable traits, affecting the fitness of individuals.

Intrasexual Selection

The process by which individuals of the same sex actively compete for mates. Typically numerous males compete for a limited number of receptive females.