Which Principle in the National Communication Association Credo for Ethical

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which principle in the National Communication Association Credo for Ethical Communication is violated if a very close friend shares your most intimate secrets with people you don't know or like?

• A) We advocate truthfulness, accuracy, honesty, and reason as essential to the integrity of communication.
• B) We strive to understand and respect other communicators before evaluating and responding to their messages.
• C) We promote access to communication resources and opportunities as necessary to fulfill human potential.
• D) We advocate sharing information, opinions, and feelings when facing significant choices while also respecting privacy and confidentiality.
• E) We are committed to the courageous expression of personal conviction in pursuit of fairness and justice.

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Definitions:

First Movie Star

A term referring to the first cinematic actor or actress who gained widespread fame and recognition for their work in film.

Florence Lawrence

Florence Lawrence is considered the first movie star, having been the first film actress whose name was used to promote films in the early 20th century, thus pioneering celebrity endorsement in cinema.

Lillian Gish

An iconic American actress who starred in many silent films, often called "The First Lady of American Cinema," known for her collaborations with director D.W. Griffith.

Motion Picture Patents Company

A trust of major American film companies that held a monopoly on film production and distribution in the early 1900s, leading to antitrust actions.