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Who? Authority

While you may find multiple sources that provide the same accurate information, use the more reliable source.

  • Who wrote the information?
  • What are the author's qualifications (occupation, years of experience, position, education, other)?
  • What is the author's institutional affiliation, if any? (educational institution, nonprofit organization, company, movement, other)?
  • Is contact information given so that you can contact the author for clarification or more information?
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