Question 4 • SLPS-2001340-Environmental-Science A -GF
For a research article, Carlos is studying the latest treatments for antibiotic-resistant diseases, which are caused by pathogens that are resistant to most antibiotics. So far, his primary source is a textbook that was updated five years ago. Carlos should
Answer
A
use the textbook as the primary source even though the information is dated.
B
examine peer-reviewed journals because there is likely new information available.
C
search the Internet for pharmaceutical websites that have information about treatment.
D
check magazines and newspapers to see if they have more recent articles to use as sources.
Explanation
Treatments for antibiotic-resistant diseases can change quickly, so a textbook updated five years ago may not reflect current research. Peer-reviewed journals publish newer studies and have them evaluated by experts, making them a strong source for Carlos’s research. The textbook can provide background, but it should not be his primary source for the latest treatments.
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