Using press releases provides an opportunity to

• A. Advertise services
• B. Solicit donations
• C. Publish internal memos
• D. Supply facts and essential info

Answer: (D)

Press releases are crafted to share timely, factual information with the media and the public. The main purpose is to supply facts and essential information—what happened or will happen, who’s involved, when and where it will occur, why it matters, and how people can learn more or participate. They’re written to be clear, accurate, and easy to verify, often including quotes from officials and a contact for follow-up. This keeps public messaging consistent and helps prevent misinformation. Advertising services or soliciting donations would turn the message toward marketing or fundraising, which isn’t the goal of a press release, and internal memos are meant for staff, not the general public. For example, a press release about a fire safety workshop would lay out the event details, eligibility or registration steps, and how to get more information.