A(n) _______ is a fallacy that introduces irrelevant issues to deflect attention away from the subject under discussion

a. appeal to tradition
b. post hoc
c. false authority
d. red herring


d

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Presentation aids can help you maintain a(n) __________

delivery. a. extemporaneous b. manuscript c. impromptu d. memorized

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You are a reporter being threatened with a libel suit. Which of the following is a correct way to respond?

A. become agitated toward the person making the threat B. check whether the person giving the threat has grounds for legal action C. make any promise necessary to satisfy the person making the threat D. avoid taking down any contact information for the person making the threat

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Power in French organizations tends to be:

a. Bottom up b. Top down c. Shared d. De-emphasized in daily work e. Participative

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Give real-life examples of a private figure, a public figure and a limited-purpose public figure. Explain how a reporter should approach each one differently.

What will be an ideal response?

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