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Which of the following is NOT a type of source of information?
Which of the following is NOT a type of source of information?
- Newspapers
- Opinions (correct)
- Books
- Websites
What is one example of a primary source of information?
What is one example of a primary source of information?
- Review article
- Interview transcript (correct)
- Encyclopedia
- Textbook
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source of information?
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source of information?
- Diary entry from a historical figure
- Scientific research paper (correct)
- Government report
- Autobiography
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a primary source of information?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a primary source of information?
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source of information?
Which of the following is an example of a secondary source of information?
Which of the following is NOT a type of primary source of information?
Which of the following is NOT a type of primary source of information?
Study Notes
Sources of Information
- A tertiary source is NOT a type of source of information
Primary Sources of Information
- Original data or research, such as surveys, experiments, and interviews
- Examples include: diaries, letters, photographs, and original research data
Secondary Sources of Information
- Information that has been interpreted, analyzed, or compiled from primary sources
- Examples include: textbooks, articles, and books that summarize or analyze primary data
Characteristics of Primary Sources of Information
- Not edited or interpreted by others
- Original and first-hand
- Examples of primary sources do NOT include textbooks or articles that summarize or analyze data
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Test your knowledge on different types of sources of information with this quiz. Identify which option is not a type of source, determine an example of a primary source, and identify an example of a secondary source.
