6.2.I.1 - Evidence-Based
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Practice Questions
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What does 'evidence-based' mean?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means for claims to be verified through studies.
Name one characteristic of a credible health source.
💡 Hint: What criteria do we use to evaluate sources?
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What is a characteristic of evidence-based information?
💡 Hint: Consider what kind of sources we identified as reliable.
True or False: Peer review guarantees the unreliability of research.
💡 Hint: Focus on what peer review signifies in research.
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You encounter a website claiming a dietary supplement can cure all diseases. Identify three red flags and explain why they are concerning.
💡 Hint: Consider what makes a claim credible or unbelievable.
Evaluate the following source: A blog post by an unknown author claims that ‘eating chocolate every day can help you lose weight.’ What steps will you take to verify its credibility?
💡 Hint: What do you know about the need for expert support in health claims?
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