In January 1991, When Americans Led an Attack on Iraqi

question 91

Multiple Choice

In January 1991, when Americans led an attack on Iraqi forces during the first Persian Gulf War, CNN was the only television network that had people in Baghdad who reported as the bombing on the city began. This event brought CNN legitimacy and popularity because it provided a news value that other networks could not. What news value did this provide for viewers?

• A) immediacy
• B) representation
• C) accuracy
• D) proximity

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Definitions:

Phi Phenomenon

The visual trick of seeing ongoing movement in distinct items observed quickly one after the other.

Recency Effect

The tendency to remember the most recently presented information best, which can affect how memories are retrieved.

Chunking Effect

A memory strategy that involves grouping information into manageable units or "chunks" to enhance the ability to remember it.

Relearning

The process of learning material or skills previously studied then forgotten, often occurring more quickly than the initial learning.