In 1987 the FCC Abandoned the Core of Its Controversial

question 7

Multiple Choice

In 1987 the FCC abandoned the core of its controversial Fairness Doctrine,but many in Congress vowed to bring it back.What were the two basic requirements that the doctrine imposed upon broadcasters?

• A)To cover politics fairly,and to give equal time to all candidates for office.
• B)To provide reasonable access to nonprofit groups,and to charge fair rates for that access.
• C)To devote reasonable time to public issues,and to provide contrasting views on the issues.
• D)To identify all commercial sponsors,and to refrain from editorial endorsements of products.

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Definitions:

Control Action

A process in which a control system responds to changes in measured variables by adjusting outputs to maintain desired conditions.

Distributive Control Systems

Distributive Control Systems are industrial automation systems where control functions are distributed throughout the system rather than centralized, enhancing flexibility and reliability.

Network Based

Pertaining to systems, processes, or applications that operate or communicate over a computer network.