Identify the correct sequence of operation factors of news values which are: 

(A) Selection, Distortion, Replication and Version

(B) Version, Selection, Replication and Distortion

(C) Distortion, Replication, Version and Selection

(D) Selection, Replication, Version and Distortion

Correct Ans: (D)

Explanation: –

The correct sequence of operation factors of news values is Selection, Replication, Version, and Distortion. News producers actively select information to include in stories based on relevance and appeal. They replicate details for consistency across platforms, create versions to suit different audiences, and may distort elements intentionally or unintentionally to align with specific narratives or biases. This sequence reflects how news content is shaped for media dissemination.