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Analyzing Sources for Accuracy and Bias — Quiz Answers

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Which requirement does this source meet for determining accuracy?

A
The publication uses reliable citations.
B
The publication has been peer reviewed.
C
The information can be cross-referenced.
D
The information has been updated.
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Which standard of accuracy does the excerpt meet?

A
The publication was peer-reviewed.
B
The information can be verified.
C
The author is a trusted authority.
D
The text uses reliable citations.
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What is the first step Pierre should take to determine if the source is biased? Pierre is writing an essay about the importance of exercise. He finds an online article he believes he may be able to use.

A
examine the evidence for objectivity
B
determine if a bold assertion is present
C
consider whether the author will profit
D
read more information about the topic
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Lara is writing a paper and wants to verify the information from her source. Which step should Lara take first to determine the accuracy of the source?

A
analyze the source for formality
B
investigate whether it has been peer-reviewed
C
confirm the information on a government website
D
determine the date of publication
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Safian is writing an essay about a new medical technique. Which source would be most accurate?

A
www.wiki.com/med
B
www.med.gov/update
C
www.blogmedopinion.com
D
www.med.forum
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What is the first step Pierre should take to determine if the source is biased? Pierre is writing an essay about the importance of exercise. He finds an online article he believes he may be able to use.

A
read more information about the topic
B
examine the evidence for objectivity
C
consider whether the author will profit
D
determine if a bold assertion is present
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Which standard for accuracy does this source meet?

A
the information comes from a trusted authority
B
the evidence is current
C
the information is presented professionally
D
the facts are verifiable
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Should this source be considered accurate?

A
No, because it uses current research.
B
Yes, because it is a trusted source.
C
Yes, because it uses informal language.
D
No, because the information is unverifiable.
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Which sources would provide her with the most accurate information?

A
sources 1 and 2
B
sources 4 and 5
C
sources 5 and 6
D
sources 3 and 4
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How is this excerpt biased?

A
There is an omission of alternative viewpoints.
B
The author uses generalizations about eating sugar.
C
There is an overreliance on emotional appeals.
D
The author will benefit from people following his advice.
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Safian is writing an essay about a new medical technique. Which source would be most accurate?

A
www.med.forum
B
www.wiki.com/med
C
www.med.gov/update
D
www.blogmedopinion.com
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Which sentence from the excerpt best signals the writer’s bias?

A
Many people do worry about the burden of cost, since the initial investment in cloth diapers is steep.
B
Citizens who stand idly by, watching our planet suffer, are apathetic and callous.
C
However, a study found that, on average, families save around $900 per year by using reusable diapers.
D
It may be difficult to imagine, but over four million tons of disposable diapers are thrown away each year.
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Which quotation from the excerpt best demonstrates bias?

A
Refusing to utilize public transportation has disastrous effects.
B
Public transportation financially supports communities.
C
APTA states that communities with more investment in public transit help reduce the nation’s carbon emissions by 37 million metric tons annually.
D
The American Public Transportation Association reported that public transportation is a $71 billion industry that employs more than 420,000 people.
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Lara is writing a paper and wants to verify the information from her source. Which step should Lara take first to determine the accuracy of the source?

A
analyze the source for formality
B
investigate whether it has been peer-reviewed
C
determine the date of publication
D
confirm the information on a government website
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Which element of bias is present in the excerpt?

A
an omission of alternative viewpoints
B
an overreliance on emotional appeals
C
the use of broad generalizations
D
the writer stands to benefit
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Which example of bias is used in the excerpt?

A
bold generalizations about a group of people
B
no alternative viewpoints
C
author stands to benefit
D
no evidence to support the claim presented
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Which requirement does this source meet for determining accuracy?

A
The information can be cross-referenced.
B
The publication has been peer reviewed.
C
The publication uses reliable citations.
D
The information has been updated.
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Which element of bias is present in the excerpt?

A
the use of broad generalizations
B
an omission of alternative viewpoints
C
an overreliance on emotional appeals
D
the writer stands to benefit
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Which sentence from the excerpt best signals the writer’s bias?

A
Additionally, Laincher Research concluded that 80% of parents say their children under the age of 11 have screen time daily.
B
Star City University found that children between 8 and 10 years old spend more time on technology than they do at school.
C
Truthfully, however, in this technology-driven world, computers are sometimes needed to communicate and complete schoolwork.
D
Mobile phones can only harm our children, not help, them so please join me in banning cell phones for children under the age of 15.
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Which sentence from the excerpt best signals the writer’s bias?

A
Mobile phones can only harm our children, not help, them so please join me in banning cell phones for children under the age of 15.
B
Star City University found that children between 8 and 10 years old spend more time on technology than they do at school.
C
Truthfully, however, in this technology-driven world, computers are sometimes needed to communicate and complete schoolwork.
D
Additionally, Laincher Research concluded that 80% of parents say their children under the age of 11 have screen time daily.

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