Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a concern about new media for organizations?

Accepted Answer

While employee relationships can certainly be a concern for organizations, it is not directly related to the use of new media. The other options listed all directly involve new media and how it can affect organizational operations and image.

Question 2

_____ theory suggests that CMC has a lesser information-carrying capacity when compared to FtF communication because it removes most nonverbal cues.

Accepted Answer

Media richness theory suggests that communication mediums differ in their ability to convey information. According to this theory, face-to-face communication is the richest because it allows for the transmission of verbal and nonverbal cues. CMC, on the other hand, has a lower information-carrying capacity because it removes most nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language.

Question 3

The terms "new media" and "computer-mediated" communication are often used interchangeably.

Accepted Answer

The terms "new media" and "computer-mediated" communication both refer to forms of communication that rely on digital technologies, but they are not entirely interchangeable. "New media" generally refers to all forms of digital media, including social media, online journalism, and digital art, while "computer-mediated" communication specifically refers to communication that takes place through digital devices or platforms.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a level of technocapital?

Accepted Answer

The four levels of technocapital are mental access (access to knowledge), material access (access to technology and infrastructure), skills access (ability to use technology), and usage access (ability to use technology effectively and efficiently). Personal access is not a level of technocapital.

Question 5

Which of the following is the most important impact of new media?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the most...

Question 6

Using CMC, you can increase your _____ because you are able to increase the number of potential partners using CMC when compared to FtF.

Accepted Answer

CMC (Computer-Mediated Communication) allows individuals to connect with a larger pool of potential partners than face-to-face (FtF) interactions, thus increasing their "field of availables."

Question 7

Asynchronicity occurs when new media messages are sent and received at different times.

Accepted Answer

Asynchronicity refers to the time lag between sending and receiving new media messages, and how the sender and receiver may not be experiencing the message at the same time. Therefore, option A is true.

Question 8

_____ theory suggests that CMC offers a diminished sense of psychological closeness or immediacy because it removes most nonverbal cues.

Accepted Answer

The concept described in this question is social presence, which refers to the degree to which communicators feel a sense of being in each other's presence despite being physically apart. Social presence is reduced in computer-mediated communication (CMC) because it lacks many of the nonverbal cues that contribute to a sense of psychological closeness or immediacy. Media richness theory (A) refers to the capacity of different communication channels to convey rich, complex information, and it is not directly related to social presence. Uncertainty reduction theory (B) refers to the ways in which communication can reduce uncertainty and anxiety in initial interactions, and it is also not directly related to social presence. Multiphrenic (D) is not a recognized communication theory or concept.

Question 9

The digital divide exists along which of the following factors?

Accepted Answer

The digital divide exists along all of the listed factors: socioeconomic status, age, race/ethnicity, and geographic location. These factors can impact access to technology and digital resources, creating a divide between those who have access and those who do not.

Question 10

FtF and telephone communication is synchronous.

Accepted Answer

Both face-to-face (FtF) and telephone communication are synchronous types of communication, where the message sender and receiver interact in real-time. In contrast, asynchronous types of communication, such as email or text messaging, allow for a time delay between sending and receiving messages.

Question 11

According to media richness theory, email is "leaner" than communicating using a webcam.

Accepted Answer

Media richness theory suggests that communication using richer media, such as face-to-face communication or video conferencing, is more effective in conveying complex information and emotional tone than leaner media, such as email or text messaging. Therefore, email is considered to be a "leaner" medium compared to communicating using a webcam.

Question 12

_____ theory argues that the more people are socially connected to each other, the more intensely they are likely to communicate using media.

Accepted Answer

Social network theory posits that the degree of social connectedness between individuals affects their communication patterns, including their use of media. In other words, the more people are connected to each other in a social network, the more likely they are to communicate with each other and use different types of media to facilitate this communication.

Question 13

Donna is short on _____ because she lacks certain bodies of cultural knowledge and cultural competencies.

Accepted Answer

The term "cultural capital" refers to a person's knowledge, habits, and tastes that are acquired through socialization in a particular culture. Donna is lacking in cultural knowledge and cultural competencies, which would fall under the category of cultural capital. Technocapital, socio-capital, and ethno-capital are not relevant to the given context.

Question 14

According to social presence theory, which of the following media would make Jonathan and Judy's long-distance relationship closer?

Accepted Answer

Video chatting via Skype would make Jonathan and Judy's long-distance relationship closer as it allows them to have visual and auditory cues, which helps to increase social presence. The real-time interaction provided by video chatting creates a sense of immediacy and intimacy, mimicking face-to-face communication as closely as possible. This can help to increase the feeling of closeness and connectedness between them.

Question 15

Which of the following is typically the "richest" medium?

Accepted Answer

Video chat is typically the "richest" medium because it allows for nonverbal cues such as facial expressions and body language to be conveyed, which can enhance communication and understanding.

Question 16

Employers were most likely to disqualify a potential employee because of which of the following information found on a social networking site?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Employers were most likely to disqualify a...

Question 17

Misrepresenting yourself online is called

Accepted Answer

Spoofing is when someone misrepresents themselves online by creating a false identity or falsifying information to deceive others.

Question 18

The fact that new media usually lacks the other person's gestures, facial expressions, and sighs is indicative of _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The fact that new media usually lacks...

Question 19

The fact that CMC allows low-level employees to have greater access to higher-level employees is called

Accepted Answer

The fact that CMC allows low-level employees to have greater access to higher-level employees is called status leveling. This means that communication barriers between different levels of hierarchy are broken down, allowing for more direct and open communication.

Question 20

Which of the following is a type of information disclosed on social networking sites?

Accepted Answer

All of the choices are types of information that can be disclosed on social networking sites. Name and email address are usually required when creating an account. Details that could be used to locate someone could include their city, workplace or school, and photos could reveal embarrassing or incriminating information.

Quiz 14: Communication and New Technologies