You are in the process of reporting on an upcoming vote to increase funding for local schools. Which of the following is a proactive step that will most benefit your reporting on the topic?

A. Read the daily vote projections and polls to get a sense of whether the measure is likely to pass or fail.
B. Ask supporters of the bill to explain it to you in detail.
C. Read coverage of previous school funding votes and look for patterns in voter behavior.
D. Decide where you stand on the issue and write an editorial supporting or opposing the measure.


C. Read coverage of previous school funding votes and look for patterns in voter behavior.

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a. text and visuals b. oral communication and written communication c. accurate information and inaccurate information d. factual information and social information

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Motives for visiting other places include

A) the goal to experience the human-made cultural and historical sites that are unique to a locale. B) the goal of recreational adventure. C) the goal of relaxation. D) All of the above.

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What is the common interocular distance?

a. 2 inches or 5.08 centimeters b. 2½ inches or 6.35 centimeters c. 3 inches or 7.62 centimeters d. 3½ inches or 8.89 centimeters e. 4 inches or 10.16 centimeters

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In a brief essay, define and provide examples of ecotourism. Why is ecotourism becoming more popular? What are the potential drawbacks of this rising popularity? What role does PR play in ecotourism?

What will be an ideal response?

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