10
QuizMultiple Choice

Technology and Health

Question 10 • LEHS TX Health OC (SY26-27)

Jen is reviewing information about a new treatment for arthritis pain that she saw on an informational website. Most of the information is testimonials from satisfied users.Which best indicates that this information is unreliable?

Answer
A
It is not paid for by product sponsors.
B
It is on a website that is not run by professionals.
C
Its claims are based mostly on anecdotal evidence.
D
Its claims are not supported by the provided information.

Explanation

Testimonials describe individual experiences, so they are anecdotal evidence. They do not establish that the treatment works for arthritis pain or rule out other explanations; stronger evidence would come from well-designed studies. Therefore, claims based mostly on anecdotal evidence are the best indication that the information is unreliable.

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