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Which type of journalism is characterized by the combination of professional reporting, community contributions, and audience involvement?

  • Citizen journalism
  • Social journalism (correct)
  • Adversarial journalism
  • Yellow journalism

    • What is the primary characteristic of yellow journalism?

  • Focusing on in-depth, well-researched reporting
  • Utilizing sensationalism and eye-catching headlines to boost sales (correct)
  • Seeking to uncover wrongdoings of public officials through aggressive techniques
  • Emphasizing community involvement in news gathering

    • Which of the following describes the main goal of adversarial journalism?

  • To focus on positive stories and promote community engagement
  • To uncover wrongdoings by public officials, using methods such as unexpected questioning (correct)
  • To create a collaborative environment between reporters and public officials
  • To present news in a way that is engaging and easy to consume

    • Which of the following is an example of manipulatives media?

    <p>A jigsaw puzzle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following technological advancements occurred in the Pre-Industrial Age?

    <p>Use of fire and the development of metal tools (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an organism that reproduces through budding?

    <p>Hydra (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods of reproduction is considered asexual?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for any form of reproduction that does not involve a male gamete?

    <p>Agamogenesis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process called when a parent organism breaks into fragments, and each fragment develops into a new organism?

    <p>Fragmentation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a term for a genetically identical copy of an organism?

    <p>Clone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following methods of reproduction does not involve the production of seeds or spores?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of asexual reproduction?

    <p>Involves the fusion of gametes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an example of an organism that can reproduce through fragmentation?

    <p>Hydra (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of an annuity?

    <p>To provide a guaranteed income stream in retirement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a stock certificate?

    <p>A document that proves ownership of a share in a company (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a null hypothesis and an alternative hypothesis?

    <p>The null hypothesis states that there is no difference between groups, while the alternative hypothesis states that there is a difference. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When deciding whether to reject the null hypothesis, what should be considered?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is an oblique asymptote present in a rational function?

    <p>When the degree of the numerator is one less than the degree of the denominator (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a horizontal asymptote?

    <p>y=a (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symbols is NOT used in a null hypothesis (Ho)?

    <p>≠ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when the null hypothesis is rejected?

    <p>The alternative hypothesis is supported by the data (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a key element of style in writing?

    <p>Rhythm and rhyme (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Confucianism?

    <p>Personal ethics and morality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is regarded as the most well-known Confucian philosopher after Confucius?

    <p>Meng Ke (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these locations was NOT inhabited by the Dryopithecus?

    <p>South America (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary environment of the Ramapithecus?

    <p>Open grasslands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the theory of evolution, which of following is NOT a key contributing factor?

    <p>Predetermination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Indios' refer to within the context of the Spanish colonial period?

    <p>Native indigenous peoples (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key characteristic of Australopithecus?

    <p>Walked erect and used stones as weapons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a low standard deviation indicate about a set of measurements?

    <p>Most numbers are close to the average. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 95% confidence interval expected to contain?

    <p>The true mean value 95 out of 100 times. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ocean zone is known as the upper open ocean?

    <p>Epipelagic zone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Earth's surface is covered by the ocean?

    <p>More than 70 percent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the skin is true?

    <p>It acts as a barrier to various agents. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Hadopelagic zone?

    <p>It includes the deep ocean trenches. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much of the world's oceans have humans explored?

    <p>5 percent (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do nails play in relation to the fingers?

    <p>They protect the fingers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary functions of the skeletal system?

    <p>Protecting the body's internal organs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of muscle is responsible for carrying out voluntary movements?

    <p>Skeletal muscle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a function of the lymphatic system?

    <p>Transporting clean fluids back to the blood (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the respiratory system play in the body?

    <p>Supplying oxygen for cellular respiration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a disease associated with the skeletal system?

    <p>Muscular dystrophy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of smooth muscles?

    <p>Maintaining blood flow and organ function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles does the digestive system perform?

    <p>Breaking down and absorbing nutrients (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common disease associated with the respiratory system?

    <p>Asthma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Formal Types of Communication

    • Formal communication is also known as official communication.
    • It encompasses verbal expressions for formal needs.

    Informal Communication

    • Informal communication, also called the unofficial grapevine, is popular.
    • It's often transmitted by word-of-mouth.
    • It can convey unofficial and provocative information.

    Oral Communication (Face-to-Face)

    • Face-to-face oral communication is the most common type.
    • This type involves direct spoken expressions.
    • It can be formal or informal (e.g., with friends, family, meetings, presentations).

    Oral Communication (Distance)

    • Distance communication has made the world more accessible.
    • This includes mobile phones, video conferencing, etc.
    • Tone and pace of delivery carry more importance.

    Non-verbal Communication

    • This communication type is subtle yet powerful.
    • It includes physical postures, gestures, tone, voice pace, and overall attitude.

    Written Communication

    • Written communication has become more prevalent.
    • Previously, it relied on mail services.
    • Now, it's used in many aspects of daily life.

    Kinesics

    • Kinesics refers to communication through body movements (e.g., gestures, facial expressions).
    • It focuses on non-verbal behaviors using any part of the body.
    • "Body language" is a popular term for kinesics.

    Proxemics

    • Proxemics studies the use of space and how it affects comfort levels.
    • The distance between people indicates the nature of their relationship.
    • Intimate space is very close, often touching or within one foot.

    Haptic Communication

    • Haptic communication is about communication via touch.
    • Touch is often the most intimate of the five senses.

    Paralanguage/Vocalics

    • Paralanguage refers to the vocal but non-verbal parts of a message.
    • Vocalics studies paralanguage, focusing on vocal qualities in communication.
    • This includes pitch, volume, rate, and vocal quality (Andersen, 1999).

    Chronemics

    • Chronemics is about the use of time in nonverbal communication.
    • This involves punctuality, willingness to wait, and interaction duration.
    • Time perceptions impact lifestyles, daily schedules, and interaction dynamics.

    Social Journalism

    • A media model combining professional journalism, contributor, and reader content.
    • It emphasizes community involvement and audience engagement.
    • It includes social newsgathering, verification, data analytics, and relationship-building.

    Citizen Journalism

    • Public individuals are actively involved in newsgathering, reporting, analysis, and dissemination.
    • Also known as collaborative or participatory journalism.

    Yellow Journalism

    • Presents exaggerated news and sensational stories for increased sales.
    • Characterized by sensationalism and scandal-mongering.

    Adversarial Journalism

    • Seeks to uncover wrongdoing by public officials.
    • May use techniques like deviating from the agreed-upon interview topic.

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