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  • To ensure the information is outdated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?

    <p>The source presents multiple sides of a topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the CRAAP test?

    <p>To evaluate the credibility of a source</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the CRAPP test?

    <p>To evaluate the credibility of online sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>.gov and .edu websites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of databases and archives?

    <p>They contain peer-reviewed and edited information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are wikis not considered reliable sources?

    <p>Because anyone can edit the information</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Check the citations at the bottom of the webpage</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To ensure the information is current and reliable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the relevance of a webpage refer to?

    <p>How well the information relates to the writer's topic or needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The author's credentials and qualifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an indication of an inaccurate webpage?

    <p>The information contains grammatical and spelling errors</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To identify any personal biases or misleading information</p> Signup and view all the answers

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