Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of Professional

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of professional sources?

• A) References are always included.
• B) The authors are academics, scientists, and experts.
• C) Their purpose is to entertain.
• D) The articles have been peer-reviewed by other scholars in the field.

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Definitions:

Poggendorf Illusion

The Poggendorf Illusion is a visual illusion where a diagonal line intersecting two parallel lines appears misaligned due to the interruption by an obscuring pattern, illustrating how perception can be distorted by context.

Ponzo Illusion

A visual illusion where two horizontal lines of equal length appear to be of different lengths because of converging parallel lines in the background.

Müller-Lyer Illusion

A visual illusion where lines of the same length appear to be of different lengths due to the addition of arrow-like fins.

Just Noticeable Threshold

The minimum difference in stimulation that an individual can detect 50% of the time, also known as the difference threshold.