Question

Evaluating Science in the Media: Soda Consumption and AgingPart A:Open the site in your browser and skim the article. Think about whether you believe the information presented or whether you have doubts about some of it.On a scale of 0 to 6, where 6 is the most trustworthy, how would you rate this site? (Note that all responses will be marked as "correct" at this point.)Part B:How can you know if the person or organization providing the information has the credentials and knowledge to speak on this topic? One clue is the type of web site it is--the domain name ".com" tells you that this site is owned by a commercial business.Now scan the article to find the name and credentials of the person who wrote it.What is the affiliation of the writer?Part C:Next, can you identify what the source is trying to accomplish by providing this information?As you read the article, think about what the writer's agenda might be with regard to the consumption of sugary, processed foods.What seems to be the main purpose of the news article?Part D:How can you know if the information is based on scientifically collected data and if it's corroborated by other sources?Look more closely at the links provided throughout the article.What do you find when you click the links provided in the second paragraph?Part E:Which of the following sources would provide you with the most reliable scientific context for the article you just read? Choose the best answer.Part F:Finally, how can you use your assessment of the authority, motivation, and reliability of the information to evaluate this web site relative to other sources? Use the scales below to assign a numerical score to this source.Assign a numerical score for each category. Then add up the total score. (The highest possible score is 6; the lowest is 0.) In what range does this source fall?

Answer 1

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2

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