2. You're least likely to feel that an Internet source is reliable if the information is posted
A. on behalf of a university department.
B. on the website of a local university.
C. without a specific author.
D. on the United States Department of Labor website.
Student Answer: A
Answer: Incorrect
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3. The credibility of a work deals mainly with
A. correctness of information.
B. objectivity.
C. the author.
D. the support for ideas.
Student Answer: A
Answer: Incorrect
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5. You've been assigned a research paper on the possible role of gender in playground behavior, and you're unsure where to begin your research. What would be the best way to start?
A. Do an Internet search on the most common playground problems for toddlers
B. Scan through articles in Psychology Today
C. Ask the advice of a reference librarian
D. Browse books on gender roles
Student Answer: A
Answer: Incorrect
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6. You've been assigned a research paper on the Holy Wars. Which of the following would provide a factual base for additional research?
A. World Almanac
B. Encyclopedia
C. Readers' Guide
D. Thesaurus
Student Answer: A
Answer: Incorrect
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9. You're looking in a library for a book that focuses on early childhood education. The library uses the Library of Congress System. Which call number should you look under?
A. L
B. C
C. E
D. E–F
Student Answer: C
Answer: Incorrect
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11. Under the Library of Congress system, where would you begin to search for books on the legal system of Greece?
A. K
B. U
C. E
D. G
Student Answer: D
Answer: Incorrect
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12. If a source is reasonable, we know
A. the information is universally accepted.
B. the information offered is fair, balanced, easy to believe, and consistent.
C. the information offered is up-to-date, factual, detailed, and precise.
D. we can trust and believe the author.
Student Answer: C
Answer: Incorrect
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13. The call number of the book that you're looking for is R865.2. What do you know about the book based on this information?
A. It's a reference book.
B. It's a book of or about Roman literature.
C. It's a book that can be gained through interlibrary loan.
D. It's a book about medicine.
Student Answer: B
Answer: Incorrect
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14. When beginning to research a given topic, it's important to
A. look at books on every aspect of your topic.
B. remember your topic and stay focused.
C. understand that quality sources can't be found online.
D. browse different types of books and Internet sites.
Student Answer: D
Answer: Incorrect
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20. Reference librarians are specially trained to help patrons perform what task?
A. Create a written outline
B. Sign out DVDs
C. Research a topic
D. Apply for a library card
Student Answer: D
Answer: Incorrect
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