4.2 - Influence of Media on Public Perception
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Practice Questions
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What is risk communication?
💡 Hint: Think about how dangers are communicated to the public.
How can media reporting affect public perception?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how different headlines can change the tone of a story.
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What is the primary role of media in public perception?
💡 Hint: Think about how headlines can change how we view events.
True or False: All journalists report the same way on a given event.
💡 Hint: Consider the different headlines we discussed.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a recent environmental disaster. Analyze how different media outlets reported the story. What factors contributed to the differences in coverage?
💡 Hint: Look for patterns in how each outlet typically covers similar incidents.
Develop a risk communication strategy for a hypothetical chemical spill. How would you ensure your message is clear and builds trust?
💡 Hint: Think about what might reassure the public and what questions they might have.
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