To determine whether a reporter’s privilege protects a media right to withhold information, courts that apply the test established by the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Branzburg v. Hayes ask whether the ______.

a. media possess information that is relevant and cannot be obtained elsewhere without greater harm to First Amendment interests
b. media possess information that is vital to the trial
c. media possess information that will expedite the investigation and prosecution of serious crimes
d. information sought is covered by privilege under the First Amendment


a. media possess information that is relevant and cannot be obtained elsewhere without greater harm to First Amendment interests

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A. Integration B. Avoidance C. Dominating D. Obliging E. Compromise

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What is meant by the expressive function of color?

a. the color is the major factor that distinguishes objects b. the color contains symbolic meaning c. the color expresses the fundamental hue d. the color is intended to make us feel in a certain way e. the color has a variety of saturation degrees

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. The question, "What are the benefits of attaining a higher education degree"? is an example of a policy question.  2. The question, "What courses should be in a strong general education program"? is an example of a policy question.  3. The question, "What percentage of college students drop out after their first quarter/semester"? is an example of a fact question.  4. Groupthink has a positive effect on group decision-making.  5. When giving feedback, you should not make attributions about behavior. 

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