The Concept of Freedom of the Press

question 15

Multiple Choice

The concept of freedom of the press: 

• A) has not always immediately extended to new types of media as they came into existence. 
• B) has never been applied to print media. 
• C) has not been extended to any form of media except print media. 
• D) has not been extended to the Internet. 
• E) has not been extended to cable television.

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Definitions:

Standard Of Care

The degree of caution and concern an ordinary, prudent person should take in specific circumstances, often used as a benchmark in legal and medical fields to assess performance or negligence.

Common Carrier

A carrier that is licensed to provide transportation services to the public.

Strictly Liable

Being legally responsible for damages or loss, irrespective of fault or intent.

Bailment

The transfer of possession of property from one person to another under agreement that the property will be returned or otherwise disposed of according to the terms of the agreement.