Select the Most Accurate Statement About Sources Found on the Web

question 55

Multiple Choice

Select the most accurate statement about sources found on the Web.

• A)Information posted at most sites has undergone the same editing and scrutiny given to articles in scholarly publications.
• B)Researchers can safely assume that the information posted on websites by individuals and companies is reputable.
• C)Wikis,blogs,and discussion forum entries are short-lived and change constantly.
• D)Wikipedia is reliable and should be used when conducting any scholarly research.

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Definitions:

Maternal PKU

A concern in pregnancies of women with phenylketonuria (PKU), where elevated levels of phenylalanine can lead to developmental issues in the fetus.

Homozygous Recessive

A genetic condition where an individual inherits two identical recessive alleles for a particular trait, often resulting in the expression of that trait.

Hemophilia A

A genetic disorder caused by missing or defective Factor VIII, a clotting protein, leading to excessive bleeding.

Blood-Clotting Factor

A protein in the blood plasma that is essential for the clotting process to prevent excessive bleeding.