Scenario 10

question 125

Multiple Choice

Scenario 10.2 Use the following to answer the questions.Regardless of their age, income, or gender, an increasing number of people are turning to the Internet to search for information, products, people, news, maps, entertainment, and whatever else you can think of. At the forefront of this massive search is Google; accompanying Google are social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. Google has developed methods for making information useful to all types of Internet users. Some users want to critique the information, some just want to read the information, and some want to be the information writers. Facebook, originally used as a social networking application, is now picked up by retailers, brands, celebrities, churches, political campaigns, and non-profit agencies. Twitter is a more real-time site and, as is Pinterest, a more personally-affiliated medium.
-Refer to Scenario 10.2. Politicians could use _____, the ultimate type of social media for reaching those potential voters who want to stay connected to the latest information.

• A)Podcasts
• B)Facebook
• C)Twitter
• D)Pinterest
• E)Google

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Definitions:

Perception

the process by which individuals select, organize, and interpret sensory information to give meaning to their environment and experiences.

Thought Process

The mental operations an individual uses to make sense of problems, ideas, and concepts, which involves cognitive functions such as reasoning, memory, and judgment.

Social Thinking

The process of considering the perspectives, intentions, and behaviors of others in social contexts, influencing one's own behavior and attitudes.

Psychological Demands

The mental effort required to perform a task, which can affect an individual's stress levels and overall health.