Elliot has had four weeks to write a paper on the government’s response to a recent hurricane. He decides to research and write the paper the night before it is due. When he receives his paper back two weeks later, there is grade (D) and a note from the teacher that says, “did you check your facts?” Elliot’s poor grade illustrates which disadvantage about media today?
A.
Information is accurate and readily available.
B.
Although plentiful and easy to access, some sources of information are frequently inaccurate.
C.
24-hour news makes the most up-to-date news available for school assignments.
D.
The nightly news is the only reliable source of information available today.