The journalist violated Principle 3: Act independently. This principle emphasizes the importance of remaining unbiased and free from influence, which is compromised when a critic accepts compensation and does not disclose it in their review.
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A theater critic is given theater tickets in one of the best spots in the theater and other special treatment on the night of the show, including dinner for two at a local restaurant. The critic writes a raving review of the performance and does not mention in the article that he was compensated.
Which principle of ethical journalism did the journalist violate?
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Principle 2: Minimize harm.
Principle 2: Minimize harm.
Principle 3: Act independently.
Principle 3: Act independently.
Principle 1: Seek truth and report it.
Principle 1: Seek truth and report it.
Principle 4: Be accountable.
Principle 4: Be accountable.
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