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What symbol should you put in front of a word to search for it on social media?

@ (correct)

Which feature allows you to filter search results by type or published date?

Search using voice

Filtering by type/published date (correct)

Inspect information source from search results

Setting time restraints exploring tools

What is the purpose of evaluating information?

To make information harder to find

To delete all information sources

To verify or establish the validity of acquired information (correct)

To make information less credible

Which of the following is NOT a factor considered when evaluating information sources?

Popularity Signup and view all the answers

What search method allows you to find files with specific formats like .pdf or .doc?

Filter by file format Signup and view all the answers

Which feature allows you to set constraints on your search time?

Set time restraints exploring tools Signup and view all the answers

What should you consider when evaluating the currency of information?

The publication date of the material Signup and view all the answers

In which field would the currency of information be most crucial?

Information technology Signup and view all the answers

What should you examine to determine the intended audience of a source?

The author's writing style Signup and view all the answers

Which factor helps in evaluating the objectivity of a source?

The presence of ulterior motives such as selling or persuading Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial to assess when determining the purpose of information?

Any underlying motives like selling or persuading Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect helps in identifying whether information is a primary or secondary source?

The tone and treatment of the information Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in evaluating a document according to the text?

Assessing the author's credentials Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a question suggested for evaluating an author's authority?

What kind of phone does the author use? Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider an author's credentials when evaluating a source?

To verify if the author has authority on the topic Signup and view all the answers

What should be checked to verify an author's expertise or authority according to the text?

The author's published work related to the topic Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT mentioned as a way to find out about an author's authority on a topic?

Asking for personal opinions about the author Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating a source, what does 'author affiliation' refer to?

The organization or institution with which the author is associated Signup and view all the answers