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Read these two transcripts--one from a radio traffic report and another from a television news report of the same event.

RADIO: At today’s city meeting, parents gathered to protest the change in speed limits in the Rockwood neighborhood. “There are two schools in that area,” (voice shouts) “The last thing we need is people speeding through these streets,” (another voice agrees). Although the council seemed to feel there would be no increased risk in Rockwood, parents were able to vote down the motion. This is Katherine Weber for KPAT news.
TELEVISION: Reporting from outside City Hall, this is Kevin Hampton for KTVA. It was a noisy meeting tonight as parents battled transportation officials over a raise in the Rockwood area speed limit. As you can see, even though the meeting ended 30 minutes ago, people are still standing around in the parking lot talking about the issue. The final vote was 68 against and 9 for the speed increase, and so, for now, Rockwood will stay a little slower. Kevin Hampton, reporting for KTVA.


What is the main way these two reports differ?

The television report included interviews with voters.

The television report was not reported live on site.

The radio report was biased on the issue of the vote.

The radio report relied on additional voices to make points.

Answer 1

The radio report relied on additional voices to make points.

Explanation: The radio piece includes shouted comments from parents (quoted voices), whereas the TV report is a reporter’s account with visuals and vote totals rather than direct audio interviews.