Why Is It Important to Carefully Evaluate Information Gathered from the Internet

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to carefully evaluate information gathered from the Internet?

• A) Online information can be outdated.
• B) The source might not be reputable.
• C) Anyone can post information on the Internet, even if they do not know what they are talking about.
• D) Online information can be outdated, and anyone can post information on the Internet, even if they do not know what they are talking about.
• E) Online information can be outdated, the source might not be reputable, and anyone can post information on the Internet, even if they do not know what they are talking about.

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Definitions:

Decision Making

The process of selecting among available alternatives based on the preferences and values of the decision-maker.

Sunk Cost

A cost that has already been incurred, cannot be recovered, and thus is irrelevant for present and future economic decisions.

Nonrefundable Plane Ticket

A type of airline ticket that cannot be returned for a refund, typically offered at a lower price than refundable tickets.

Overnight Mail

Overnight mail is a shipping service that guarantees delivery of a package or letter to its destination by the next business day.