One Positive Consequence of the Decline in Traditional Newspapers and Washington

question 60

Multiple Choice

One positive consequence of the decline in traditional newspapers and Washington, D.C., bureaus is the

• A) death of niche journalism.
• B) revival of local news coverage.
• C) end of "horse race" coverage during elections.
• D) decrease in the amount of political coverage found in traditional media outlets.
• E) decline in biased and incorrect information about the federal government.

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Definitions:

Hindbrain

The posterior part of the brain, consisting of the cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata, responsible for regulating basic life functions.

Thalamus

A structure in the brain that relays sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays a vital role in motor control, and may also be involved in some cognitive functions like attention and language.

Pons

A portion of the brainstem that plays a key role in controlling breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.