1.

Which of the following is not a part of evaluating sources? (1 point)

checking the author's credentials
questioning possible bias
making sure the information is current
agreeing with the author's opinions

2.
Which of the following websites would you most likely use for a research report on dog behavior? (1 point)

a blog with pictures of cute puppies
a webpage on the evolution of dogs written by a college professor
a webpage with tips for dog owners sponsored by an online pet supply store
an online translation of one family’s method of training their yellow lab

3.
Which source is most likely to contain biased information? (1 point)

an encyclopedia article
a magazine editorial
a textbook
a government website

My answers:
1. agreeing with the author's opinions
2. a webpage with tips for dog owners sponsored by an online pet supply store
3. a magazine editorial

Right! :-)

oh no! Actually it was "a webpage on the evolution of dogs written by a college professor"

Oops! I'm sorry -- but neither of us read that answer carefully. I stopped after webpage. Of course the professor's webpage is the one you'd use.

I suppose not. Thank you!

I didn't pick that one because I didn't think that evolution would be related to dog behavior.

Ohh. Dogs are descended from wolves. It helps to understand dogs by looking at wolves. They are pack animals and need to be around others. People have been substituted for the wolf pack. We also talk about alpha dogs -- the leaders of the packs.

1. Your answer for the first question is correct: "agreeing with the author's opinions" is not a part of evaluating sources. When evaluating sources, it is essential to critically assess the credibility and reliability of the information, ensuring that it is supported by evidence and expertise.

To get to the right answer, you need to consider each option and eliminate the ones that are essential for evaluating sources. In this case, "checking the author's credentials," "questioning possible bias," and "making sure the information is current" are all crucial steps in evaluating sources. However, "agreeing with the author's opinions" is not an objective measure of source evaluation, as personal opinions can vary.

2. Your answer for the second question is correct: "a webpage on the evolution of dogs written by a college professor" is most likely the best source for a research report on dog behavior. When choosing a source for academic purposes, it is essential to prioritize credible and expert sources. In this case, a webpage written by a college professor on the evolution of dogs indicates that the information is backed by expertise.

To arrive at the correct answer, you need to consider the relevance and credibility of each option. A "blog with pictures of cute puppies" might be entertaining but is unlikely to provide reliable and scholarly information for a research report. The webpage "with tips for dog owners sponsored by an online pet supply store" may have some useful information, but there could be a potential bias towards promoting certain products. Similarly, "an online translation of one family's method of training their yellow lab" may provide anecdotal information but lacks the scholarly depth needed for a research report.

3. Your answer for the third question is correct: "a magazine editorial" is most likely to contain biased information. Magazine editorials often reflect the opinions and perspectives of the magazine's editorial board or specific individuals, making them more prone to personal biases.

To determine the most likely source of biased information, you need to consider the nature of each option. An "encyclopedia article" is generally an objective and well-researched source, while a "textbook" aims for an unbiased presentation of information. A "government website" tends to provide official and factual information. However, a "magazine editorial" often represents the subjective viewpoints or agendas of the authors or magazine itself and may not always offer a balanced perspective.