How Does Citing Your Sources Add Credibility to Your Writing

question 96

Multiple Choice

How does citing your sources add credibility to your writing?

• A) Citing sources shows your reader you are well informed
• B) Sources strengthen your argument
• C) Sources gives your audience confidence in the strength of your data
• D) Citing sources helps your audience locate information mentioned in your report
• E) Citing sources allows the reader to conduct further research

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Definitions:

Strict Liability

A legal doctrine where a party can be held liable for damages without proof of fault or negligence.

No Fault

A legal term indicating that a claim or case is processed without the necessity to prove negligence or fault by any party involved.

Common Law

The body of law developed from judicial decisions of courts and similar tribunals, serving as precedent for future cases.

Contributory Negligence

A legal defense where the plaintiff's own negligence played a role in causing their damages or injury, potentially reducing the liability of the defendant.