What Is a Syllabus

question 7

Multiple Choice

What is a syllabus?

• A) a method of taking notes as a group
• B) a type of test used to diagnose a learning disorder
• C) a directory of the heads of each academic department
• D) an outline of what will be covered in the course

Understand the myths and realities regarding government regulation of the media.

Identify different degrees of media regulation between the United States and other industrialized nations.

Recognize specific government regulations affecting the media industry, including the Fin-syn Rule and the Fairness Doctrine.

Understand the ideological perspectives influencing media regulation policies.

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Definitions:

Tax Rate

The percentage at which an individual or corporation is taxed, which can vary depending on income or profits respectively.

WACC

Weighted Average Cost of Capital; the average rate of return a company is expected to pay to all its security holders to finance its assets.

Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock as stated on the certificate or instrument, which differs from its market value.

WACC Calculation

The process of calculating the Weighted Average Cost of Capital, which measures a firm's cost of capital from all sources, weighted according to the proportion of each capital component.