According to the text, which of the following theoretical processes may be at work in the

creation of body dissatisfaction or body-image disturbance among females?



a. resonance
b. priming
c. mainstreaming
d. social comparison
e. selective exposure


d.

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This Grunig and Hunt model is most often used by government agencies to provide ongoing and timely information to citizens

A) two-way asymmetrical model B) two-way symmetrical model C) communication model D) press agentry model E) public information model

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

1. The U.S. Navy’s “Keep What You’ve Earned” campaign focused on promoting responsible drinking among active duty sailors. 2. Government relations and lobbying are forms of government-to-organization communications. 3. Humana’s Campaign for a Healthy Mississippi is an award-winning example of a combined corporate public affairs and government relations effort. 4. Barack Obama’s 2012 presidential campaign strategy included the use of social media to increase campaign donations, create supporters, and decrease voter turnout. 5. According to a Pew Research Center study on political engagement in January 2016, 44% of U.S. adults reported having learned about the 2016 presidential election “in the past week” from both local and national print newspapers, far outpacing the numbers for social media.

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The __________ theory claims that you develop relationships that will enable you to maximize your profits

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Dr. Adams is about to give a speech discussing the merits of a new inner-ear hearing device. As the host introduces her, he comments on Dr. Adams’ 20 years in the field of audiology, her participation in numerous high-profile research projects, and her latest article in an industry-standard scientific journal. These mentions help establish

A) the long-term job prospects a career in audiology will provide. B) the lack of social interaction in Dr. Adams’ life. C) Dr. Adams as a type-A overachiever. D) Dr. Adams’ credibility for her speech.

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