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Evaluating Reliable Sources for Research

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What is a primary reason for using reliable sources in research?

To increase the word count of the research paper
To make the research paper more engaging to read
To use a variety of sources to support the writer's claim
To ensure the writer's claim is supported by accurate information (correct)

Why is it important to use sources that have been published within the last ten years?

To ensure the information is relevant and current (correct)
To ensure the information is outdated
To focus on historical events rather than current events
To increase the number of sources used in the research

What does it mean when a source is peer-reviewed?

The article was written by a group of experts in a field
The article was approved by a group of experts in a field before publication (correct)
The article was published in a widely-read journal
The article was reviewed by the author's colleagues

What is a characteristic of a reliable source?

The source presents multiple sides of a topic (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the CRAAP test?

To evaluate the credibility of a source (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the CRAPP test?

To evaluate the credibility of online sources (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of websites are recommended for research due to their reliability?

.gov and .edu websites (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of databases and archives?

They contain peer-reviewed and edited information (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are wikis not considered reliable sources?

Because anyone can edit the information (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after finding information on a wiki site?

Check the citations at the bottom of the webpage (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to check the publication date of a webpage?

To ensure the information is current and reliable (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the relevance of a webpage refer to?

How well the information relates to the writer's topic or needs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an important consideration when evaluating the authority of a webpage?

The author's credentials and qualifications (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an indication of an inaccurate webpage?

The information contains grammatical and spelling errors (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to evaluate the purpose of a webpage?

To identify any personal biases or misleading information (A) Signup and view all the answers