Comm 102 Weeks 6, 7 & 9 Quiz

According to the Bayer article, what is batching?

According to the Tandoc article on fake news, a satirical article from the Onion would count as fake news.

This theory focuses on HOW the media presents information (and what information is highlighted)

After smartphones were released, scholars determined that these phones are used to strengthen close ties only.

According to the Bayer article, social media is inherently addictive for all users.

True or false: In a high-choice media environment, people are more likely to watch entertainment media.

Who would be more likely to believe fake news suggesting that a Republican senator engaged in illegal activity?

A journalist mistakenly reports an incorrect fact in her article, which then circulates widely. This is an example of...

A reporter covers a recent immigration bill by interviewing a family affected by the bill. This best represents...

True or false: Today, journalists are the only actors who engage in "gatekeeping" information.

If a politician at a Senate session cares more about "going viral" than having a productive debate, this demonstrates:

Which of the following BEST describes the two-step flow process?

Abby is not looking for news information but happens across a news story on Twitter. This is an example of...