Which of the Following Is NOT True of Objectivity in the Media

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of objectivity in the media?

• A) It is difficult to define.
• B) It requires signaling when important events occur.
• C) It provides perspectives on all sides of an issue or debate.
• D) It is clearly defined by the Telecommunications Act of 1996.
• E) Sometimes journalists try to take a shortcut in achieving objectivity by trying to give equal weight to all sides without making any judgments of their own.

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Definitions:

Buffer

A temporary storage area that holds data while it is being transferred from one place to another, enhancing the performance or handling of the data.

Neutral Statement

A comment or assertion that is impartial, showing no bias towards either side of an argument.

Smooth Transition

The seamless or uninterrupted move from one part, condition, or moment to another, often used in speaking, writing, or multimedia presentations.

Frequent Flier

A person who travels by air regularly, often part of a loyalty program that rewards such travel.