Practice Characteristics of Reliable Health Information Sources - 6.2.I | Evaluating Health Information and Consumer Choices | IB MYP Grade 9 Physical and Health Education
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6.2.I - Characteristics of Reliable Health Information Sources

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does evidence-based information mean?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what types of sources are reliable.

Question 2

Easy

Why is unbiased information important?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what could happen if information is influenced.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the importance of evidence-based health information?

  • It is always free
  • It is supported by scientific research
  • It is popular among celebrities

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about where trustworthy health claims originate.

Question 2

True or False: Unbiased sources aim to promote products.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the goal of the information source.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a newly discovered health supplement claiming to improve longevity without side effects. Outline the steps you would take to evaluate the reliability of this information.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the characteristics we learned to identify credible sources.

Question 2

You come across a health blog discussing a controversial topic that contradicts accepted medical consensus. Analyze how you would assess the authority and bias of this blog.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the sources we trust and their typical attributes.

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