Question

which four of these are standards or rules that news organizations and journalists should try to follow when reporting the news? select the 4 that apply be fair: treat sources with respect, give them a chance to share their stories and respond to criticism, then represent them accurately. only trust yourself: report only what you see firsthand, with your own eyes. always verify: be sure to check and confirm all information from sources before including in a report. try to avoid bias: use objective methods and language to try to remove personal opinions and beliefs from reporting. report everything: include all information you get from sources, including all the latest rumors, in the reporting of a breaking news event. use multiple sources: collect different pieces of information from different types of sources, such as eyewitnesses, officials and experts. get clicks and eyeballs: use misleading or sensational headlines to get maximum attention for stories.

Explanation:

These four options align with core journalistic ethics and standards: fairness ensures respectful, accurate representation of sources; verification prevents the spread of misinformation; avoiding bias maintains objectivity; and using multiple sources adds credibility by cross-referencing information. The other options violate journalistic norms: relying solely on firsthand observation limits scope, including rumors undermines accuracy, and sensational headlines prioritize attention over truth.

Answer:

1. Be fair: Treat sources with respect, give them a chance to share their stories and respond to criticism, then represent them accurately.
2. Always verify: Be sure to check and confirm all information from sources before including in a report.
3. Try to avoid bias: Use objective methods and language to try to remove personal opinions and beliefs from reporting.
4. Use multiple sources: Collect different pieces of information from different types of sources, such as eyewitnesses, officials and experts.