For goal 2, which option best demonstrates comparing electronic and print media?

• A. Examining features of a textbook, such as bold print and graphics that aid in comprehending online texts
• B. Reading a magazine article on a computer and tablet to determine which version is easier to read
• C. Comparing two versions of a digital newsletter and a printed newsletter for layout
• D. Recreating a magazine layout to learn design

Answer: (A)

Comparing electronic and print media is about looking at how the way information is presented changes reading and understanding. Examining features of a textbook, such as bold print and graphics that aid in comprehending online texts, directly analyzes how digital formatting affects meaning and comprehension compared with print. It shows you how emphasis, visuals, and layout in online materials influence how readers interpret and absorb information, which is the heart of comparing media formats.

The other options don’t focus as clearly on this comparison. Reading a magazine article on a computer and tablet to see which version is easier to read centers on readability across devices but stays within electronic formats rather than contrasting with print. Comparing two versions of a digital newsletter and a printed newsletter touches on layout across media, but it emphasizes design differences rather than how electronic features support understanding. Recreating a magazine layout is about design practice, not about evaluating electronic versus print communication.