Brian Is Responsible for the Promotions and Public Relations of His

question 108

Multiple Choice

Brian is responsible for the promotions and public relations of his firm, which produces rubber tires. A recent development in technology may change the way in which the rubber for tires is produced, allowing it to be sourced from the roots of dandelion plants. Brian would like to have a story run on the evening news or in the local newspaper about this development, but he knows that this story is likely to be rejected by media personnel because the material is

• A) too long.
• B) written at too high a reading level.
• C) submitted by an organization that the media does not like.
• D) not persuasive enough.
• E) not newsworthy.

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Definitions:

Uplift

The vertical elevation of the Earth's surface due to natural causes such as tectonic movements or volcanic activity.

Terraces

Flat, step-like surfaces on a sloped piece of land, created either by natural processes like river erosion and glacial activity or by human agricultural practices.

Active Channel

The portion of a river or stream that is currently used for the flow of water, often subject to frequent changes in course and volume.

Thunderstorms

Violent weather phenomena characterized by the presence of lightning and thunder, often accompanied by heavy rainfall.