In Your Textbook Richard Mason Discusses Four Dimensions of Ethical

question 45

Multiple Choice

In your textbook Richard Mason discusses four dimensions of ethical communication in a digital age. Which of the following is an example of a privacy issue?

• A) protecting the information you post on social media
• B) monitoring personal information about yourself on the Web
• C) giving credit to material that you obtained from another source
• D) your level of satisfaction with your ability to access information on the Internet
• E) following the rules and policies set by your school, agency, employer or digital site

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