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Which parts of the SPJ code of ethics should be considered when deciding whether to air the interview? Select two options.

Act independently because money is involved.

Be accountable because the story seems to be untrue.

Be transparent because it is not clear who made the statements.

Minimize harm because the protester might be affected by the interview.

Seek truth from another source, because the protester made a statement about a major issue.

Which statement best compares the two headlines?

Headline 1 uses objective language, while headline 2 inserts an opinion.

Both headlines 1 and 2 use emotional language that reveals bias.

Headline 2 uses objective language, while headline 1 uses unethical language.

Both headlines 1 and 2 follow ethics guidelines and use subjective language.

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