Based on a Joint Consideration of Media Agenda Setting Theory

question 16

Multiple Choice

Based on a joint consideration of Media Agenda Setting Theory and Legitimacy Theory,which of the following statements is correct?

• A) According to Legitimacy Theory management uses the annual report as a tool to legitimise the ongoing operations of the organisation, and according to Media Agenda Setting Theory the media are able to influence community perceptions about issues such as the environment.
• B) Community concerns about the environmental performance of a specific firm in an industry will also impact on the disclosure strategies of firms across that industry.
• C) We should find a relationship between the extent of disclosure of social and environmental issues within the annual report and the media attention given to those issues.
• D) All of the given options are correct.

Identify the appropriate structure and components of a negative announcement.

Understand the importance of considering the audience’s perspective when conveying bad news.

Learn how to justify the negative news effectively to the reader.

Acquire skills in crafting a positive tone while refusing requests or making negative announcements.

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Same-Sex Marriage

The legally recognized union between two individuals of the same sex, affording them the same rights and obligations as heterosexual marriage.

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