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Cooldude101

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on: Jun 23, 2018
Which of the following will help determine if the source has current or relevant information?
 
  A) Do other sources agree with this information?
  B) Does the author provide support for claims?
  C) Is the source published by a reputable press, or is the website sponsored by a reputable organization?
  D) Does the author cite sources for numbers, facts, or research findings?
  E) How current is this information?

Question 2

Which of the following can help determine the accuracy of a source?
 
  A) How current is this information?
  B) Does the source identify the author?
  C) Is the author qualified or an expert in this content?
  D) Does the author cite sources for numbers, facts, or research findings?
  E) Does the source provide a last-updated date or copyright?


s.meritte

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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: E
Explanation: E) If you're researching a technology topic, the material needs to be very current. By contrast, if you're researching an issue in business ethics, the source may offer useful perspectives even if decades old.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D
Explanation: D) Accuracy determines how much you can trust the information. Does the author cite sources for numbers, facts, or research findings? Or does the author expect you to assume the data is correct?


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Cooldude101

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Reply #2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Thank you


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No problemo


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