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research terms
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Accuracy of sources | in research the quality of being free from mistakes or errors |
| authority | The source of information, an authoritative source is considered reliable because it has proven to be authentic |
| authors purpose | The authors intent for writing (e.g. to answer, explain, describe, instruct, persuade, entertain, excite, startle, sadden, or others) for the audience. |
| bias | When a writer or speaker exhibits a partiality for or against- or prejudice against a person, a topic, or an idea. It is usually in favor of the object. |
| credibility | The aspect of being trusted, having a credible text means that the info contained within it objective, reputable, and from a relevant source. |
| current | relevant to the present time. |
| depth | level of detail included with a source. |
| evaluate | to form an opinon or judgement about the content, quality, validity, or effectiveness or ideas, info, structures, and/or language within a text. |
| intended audience | the person or people meant to read, hear, or view the authors message. |
| Objectivity | having an absese of bias, judgement, or prejudice. |
| scope | How much of a subject is discussed or covered by a source |
| timeless | appropriate for the occasion or time |
| verifiablity | the ability to be confirmed as accurate and truthful |