13.4 - Critical Evaluation of Sources and Claims
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Practice Questions
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What does authorship refer to in evaluating a source?
💡 Hint: Think about who wrote the report.
Why is it important to check the currency of a source?
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly information can change.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which aspect of a source assesses if the creator has expertise?
💡 Hint: Think about who wrote the information.
True or False: Correlation implies one factor causes another.
💡 Hint: Remember the ice cream and heat wave example.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate the following claim: 'Social media use leads to increased anxiety among teenagers.' Discuss the multiple factors you would investigate.
💡 Hint: Ask yourself what could influence the results.
Consider a research paper you read. Outline how you would assess its validity and potential biases.
💡 Hint: Follow a systematic approach in your evaluation.
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