Question # 3 Multiple Choice
Read the following scenario:
A fashion magazine is preparing their big spring issue. This is one of the most popular issues of the magazine and traditionally secures the most sales. The production schedule for the issue is tight. The managing editor checks in with the editorial teams to make sure everything is on schedule. Several days after the meeting, it comes to the managing editor’s attention that one of the freelance writers for a feature article has not submitted anything. This could potentially derail the entire production. Which of the following would a managing editor most likely do in this scenario?

contact the writer to encourage him to get the article done as soon as possible

cut the article and find a replacement from previously written and cut articles

replace the contracted writer with a staff writer who can complete the piece on schedule

inform the editor-in-chief of the situation and leave the decision to him