Evaluating Sources for Essays

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What is the main purpose of using outside sources when writing essays?

To validate the information you already know

To overwhelm the reader with excessive information

To provide additional facts and figures beyond what you know (correct)

To avoid using primary sources

In academic writing, which type of sources are preferred?

Secondary sources

Primary sources (correct)

Verifiable sources

Online sources

What distinguishes a primary source from a secondary source?

Whether the information is original or relayed from another source (correct)

The type of publication

The age of the source

The popularity of the source

How should a good source be characterized in terms of verification?

Readers should be able to verify the information independently Signup and view all the answers

What should a writer do when faced with conflicting information from different sources?

Determine which information is correct for their topic Signup and view all the answers

Why are primary sources generally recommended in academic writing?

Because they offer unique and original information Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of determining if a source is good before using it in an essay?

To ensure credibility and accuracy of the information presented Signup and view all the answers

What is one way to evaluate evidence mentioned in the passage?

Looking at the publication date of the source Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if multiple studies have results supporting a particular finding?

Go with the original study but cite the duplicating studies Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to read the methods section of a study?

To know how information was gathered and who it applies to Signup and view all the answers

When should you cite a source according to the passage?

Even when you use a source to confirm your initial beliefs Signup and view all the answers

What does using the most recent data ensure according to the passage?

It increases the likelihood of using accurate information Signup and view all the answers

In what cases should you include a source in your references according to the passage?

When you have taken any information from the source Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason for utilizing a uniform citation format according to the passage?

To ensure consistency and ease of locating cited works Signup and view all the answers

Why is it advisable to list all sources that confirm a particular piece of information?

To emphasize your thoroughness in conducting research Signup and view all the answers

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