EDUC3045: False Information

Which of them are false information?

• Disinformation

• Misinformation

• Both of them are

Answer explanation

Both disinformation and misinformation are false information.

The only difference between them is the intention.

Disinformation is always spread for political gain

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Disinformation can be spread for political gain, but it can also be spread for financial gain, personal gain, or simply to cause panic and confusion

What action should we avoid taking in response to false information?

• Fact-checking

• Ignoring it

• Sharing it with friend

• Reporting it

What is NOT the role of government in combatting false information?

• Providing resources for fact-checking organizations

• Establishing laws to regulate the spread of false information

• Spreading false information

• Educating the public

What we can do to combat false information?