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1. Referring to an event that combines several martial arts, which is correct?

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Ultimate Fighting A registered trademark. Use the generic term mixed martial arts for bouts featuring boxing, wrestling, taekwondo and judo. Ultimate Fighting Championship is acceptable for events sanctioned by that group. Added 3-18-2010

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A quiz to determine if you're up to speed on the latest AP Stylebook entries

2. Select the correct statement.

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Breathalyzer: Trademarked name for a device to test blood alcohol level. Use a generic description if the brand is unknown. Added to Stylebook 3-16-2010.

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3. According the the AP Stylebook, which form is correct when referring to a page or collection of pages on the World Wide Web?

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It changed from Web site on April 16, 2010. The entry now says: website A location on the World Wide Web that maintains one or more pages at a specific address. Also, webcam, webcast and webmaster. But as a short form and in terms with separate words, the Web, Web page and Web feed.

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4. "Artisinal" refers to ...

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"Artisanal" refers to foods and drinks produced in small batches, often using traditional techniques and local ingredients. Added 2-5-2010

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5. The acronym ACORN, used on first reference, refers to ...

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ACORN: Acronym for the activist group Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now. ACORN is acceptable on first reference, but the full name should be used in the body of the story.

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6. When referring to the company that owns Taco Bell, KFC and other fast-food establishments, which is correct?

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Added to the Stylebook Apr. 20, 2010: Yum Brands Inc. Owner of the Taco Bell, KFC and Pizza Hut restaurants. Headquarters is in Louisville, Ky. Do not use the exclamation point in the formal corporate name.

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7. The name of the new tablet computer from Apple should be written as ...

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iPad: A touch-screen computer that is much like an iPod but is larger and can be connected to cellular data networks. Use IPad when the word starts a sentence or headline. Added to Stylebook 3-29-2010

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8. Select the sentence that is correct according to the AP Stylebook.

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Blu-ray: A successor to the DVD, Blu-ray is a standard used to deliver high-definition video and other digital content.
Bluetooth: A standard for short-range wireless transmissions, such as in headsets, that enable hands-free use of cell phones.
Both were added to the Stylebook on 2-9-2010.

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9. Amazon's Kindle, Barnes & Noble's Nook and Sony's Reader are examples of an ...

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Added 4-6-2010: e-reader Or e-book reader. Devices such as Amazon's Kindle, Barnes & Noble's Nook and Sony's Reader used to display electronic books and other digital publications. Other devices, including laptops and Apple's iPad, have e-reader software that can perform similar functions.

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10. On first reference, preferred usage is ...

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The Atomic Energy Commission no longer exists. See Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
Nuclear Regulatory Commission: This commission has taken over the regulatory functions previously performed by the Atomic Energy Commission.
NRC is acceptable on second reference, but the agency or the commission is preferred.

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Referring to an event that combines several martial arts, which is...
Select the correct statement.
According the the AP Stylebook, which form is correct when referring...
"Artisinal" refers to ...
The acronym ACORN, used on first reference, refers to ...
When referring to the company that owns Taco Bell, KFC and other...
The name of the new tablet computer from Apple should be written as...
Select the sentence that is correct according to the AP Stylebook.
Amazon's Kindle, Barnes & Noble's Nook and Sony's Reader are...
On first reference, preferred usage is ...
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