Authoritative Sources

question 13

Multiple Choice

Authoritative sources:

• A)contain information that you can use in a speech on any topic.
• B)are highly respected sources that people commonly acknowledge.
• C)are prominent spokespersons who support and promote complex ideas.
• D)take a long time to reach conclusions and tend to be true but outdated.
• E)use factually verifiable observations to provide rigorous conclusions.

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Definitions:

Sue

Legal action where a party claims to have incurred loss as a result of another party's actions.

Misconduct

Misconduct involves behavior by an individual that is deemed inappropriate or unethical in a professional or personal setting.

Completeness

The quality or state of being complete or whole, with no missing parts.

Witnesses

Individuals who have seen an event, typically an accident or crime, and can provide a firsthand account of what happened.