Which do you think is more reliable – a secondary source or a primary source?

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Colt1911 [192]2 years ago

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I think it depends on the question, but primary source is probably more reliable because it would be the original document. For example a diary of documented events from an explorer for example would be more reliable then a website about it. Have a nice rest of your day :)

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