The Finding in New York Times Co

question 33

Multiple Choice

The finding in New York Times Co. v. Sullivan gives the press​ the freedom

• A) ​from being censored by the U.S. government for printing information that may pose a threat to national security.
• B) from being censored prior to printing an article.​
• C) ​to report facts without being sued, but does not give newspapers the right to print false statements with malicious intent.
• D) to report unsubstantiated information, if done without malice.

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Definitions:

Reporting Period

The span of time covered by the financial statements of a business.

General Journal

A primary accounting record used to document all business transactions in chronological order.

Indirect Materials

Components used in the manufacturing process that are not directly traceable to a specific product, like lubricants for machines.

Molding Department

A specific division within a manufacturing facility where molding processes—shaping materials into products—are carried out.