Evaluating Currency of Information

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What factor should be considered to determine the timeliness of information according to the text?

  • Accessibility of the information
  • Publication date or revision status (correct)
  • Functionality of the links
  • Relevance to the topic

Why is it important to check if the information has been revised or updated?

  • To determine the relevance of the information
  • To ensure the information is credible
  • To assess the timeliness of the information
  • To validate the accuracy of the information (correct)

What does the text suggest about using older information sources?

  • Older sources may not be suitable for all topics (correct)
  • Older sources are always more relevant
  • Older sources are more trustworthy than current ones
  • Older sources are usually more credible

Which aspect is NOT mentioned as a consideration for assessing the timeliness of information?

<p>Length of the information (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do functional links contribute to evaluating the timeliness of information?

<p>They ensure the information is up-to-date (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the intended audience when evaluating information?

<p>To ensure the information is at an appropriate level for your needs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to look at a variety of sources before deciding on the information to use?

<p>To avoid using outdated or biased information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does assessing if you would be comfortable citing a source in your research paper contribute to evaluating information?

<p>It helps ensure the source is credible and reliable (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should you assess if the information is at an appropriate level for your needs?

<p>To prevent using information that is too elementary or advanced (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does verifying if the information relates to your topic aid in evaluating its relevance?

<p>It confirms that the information is useful for your needs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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