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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following describes a credible source?
A
The author is not listed.
B
There are no sources cited.
C
The page is poorly designed and confusing to navigate.
D
The domain is .edu.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -edu, are usually reliable. Company Websites (.com)-Company web sites generally end in .com. These sites are great for information about a particular company. However be aware that company websites are used to promote, so be sure the information is non-biased.

Detailed explanation-2: -Generally, . edu and . gov websites are credible, but beware of sites that use these suffixes in an attempt to mislead. Nonprofit websites may also contain reliable information, but take some time to consider the organization’s purpose and agenda to determine if it could be biased.

Detailed explanation-3: -Websites with these domains (the URL ending) generally have reliable information: . org (a registered organisation) . edu (an educational institution)

Detailed explanation-4: -Fact checking. Sources for different purposes. Dictionaries & encyclopedias. Books vs scholarly books. About scholarly journals. Peer-reviewed journals. News and media. 14-Feb-2023

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