Is It Legit? Checkology Flashcard

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Conducting a Lateral Reading or Lateral search is:

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Step one to determine if a source is legit.

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Reaching out to main sources or subjects to give them a chance to respond to assertions or allegations is an example of

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Fairness

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Publishing the name of the author of an article, is an example of

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Transparency

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What is the purpose of cross-referencing multiple sources when evaluating a news story?

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To verify the accuracy of the information.

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Why is it important for journalists to disclose their sources?

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To maintain transparency and credibility.

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What is the role of fact-checking in journalism?

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To ensure the information is accurate and reliable.

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Correcting or retracting incorrect information in a news story is an example of

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Maintaining credibility.

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How does providing a balanced perspective in a news article contribute to its quality?

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It ensures fairness and objectivity.

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Why is it important for journalists to avoid conflicts of interest?

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To maintain impartiality and trustworthiness.