The TRAP Test

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What does the 'T' in TRAP stand for when evaluating the credibility of information sources? Options: Transparency, Tolerance, Trustworthiness, Timeliness

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Timeliness

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What should you consider when evaluating the expertise and credibility of an author or source based on the 'A' in TRAP?

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The source's qualifications and background

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Why is it important to understand the purpose of information when assessing credibility?

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To determine potential bias

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What does the 'R' in TRAP focus on when evaluating the credibility of information sources? Options: Relevance, Reliability, Responsiveness, Resilience

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Reliability

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What type of sources are more likely to produce credible information based on the 'A' in TRAP? Options: .COM domains, .EDU, .GOV or .ORG domains, .NET domains, .INFO domains

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.EDU, .GOV or .ORG domains

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What does the 'A' in TRAP refer to when evaluating the credibility of information sources?

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Authority

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What does the 'P' in TRAP examine when evaluating the credibility of information sources?

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Purpose

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What is the purpose of the TRAP test when evaluating information sources?

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To systematically evaluate sources and make informed decisions about their credibility

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What should you consider when assessing the reliability of a source based on the 'R' in TRAP?

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The source's trustworthiness

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Why is timeliness important when assessing the reliability of a source?

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Because the relevance and accuracy of information can change over time