In order to avoid offending people, journalists are expected to
A) mention age, race, or ethnicity only if it is important to the story.
B) specify a person's race and sexual orientation unless told otherwise.
C) omit any references to race or ethnicity from their stories.
D) mention race, age, and gender if it supports their employer's political agenda.

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Journalists are expected to be mindful of their audience and the diverse groups they represent. Therefore, they should only mention a person's age, race, or ethnicity if it is essential to the story. This approach will help to avoid offending people and promote accuracy in reporting.

In Order to Avoid Offending People, Journalists Are Expected to