When you explain that you want to record the material to make sure you get things right, you are eliminating a source's fear of ______.
A) one-party consent
B) a video interview
C) gotcha journalism
D) two-party consent

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Explaining that you want to record material to ensure accuracy can help alleviate a source's fear of "gotcha journalism," which refers to attempts to catch someone in a mistake or contradiction in order to embarrass or discredit them. Recording for accuracy demonstrates a commitment to fairness and thoroughness.

When You Explain That You Want to Record the Material