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Q. How do I know if my sources are reliable?
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Answered By:
Dawn Haggerty
Last Updated:
Dec 28, 2016
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Evaluate your sources!
Scope: Does it cover your topic?
Timeliness: Is it current for your topic?
Authority: Who wrote it? Are sources cited?
Bias: Is it objective or can it be balanced with another source?
Accuracy: Are you confident the information is accurate?
Presentation: Is the information user-friendly?
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