Question

when judging a news storys credibility, look for information that is included and information that is missing. biased news stories often omit, meaning leave out, important counterarguments or facts that would help readers understand an issue. when assessing credibility, consider whether there are obvious omissions. which of the following are examples of omissions? select all that apply. a healthcare article quotes insurance companies but not patients or doctors. a news story on a school board election outlines each candidates position on the issues. a news story on a senate election only interviews people voting for the same candidate. an opinion piece about a local bus strike interviews bus riders but not bus drivers.

Explanation:

• For option A: A healthcare article should include multiple perspectives like patients and doctors. Omitting them is an omission.
• For option B: Outlining each candidate's position is including information, not omitting.
• For option C: Only interviewing people for one candidate omits other viewpoints.
• For option D: An opinion piece about a bus strike should include bus drivers' views. Omitting them is an omission.

Answer:

A. A healthcare article quotes insurance companies but not patients or doctors.
C. A news story on a Senate election only interviews people voting for the same candidate.
D. An opinion piece about a local bus strike interviews bus riders but not bus drivers.