Hansen, Emily, PhD. Our World is Warming Up. New York, Bantam Books, 2019.
How can he tell that this is a credible source? Select two answers.
(1 point)
Responses
The author has a doctoral degree.
The author has a doctoral degree.
Calvin found the book in the library.
Calvin found the book in the library.
The book has a recent publication date.
The book has a recent publication date.
The book was published in New York.
The book was published in New York.
The title refers to climate change.
The title refers to climate change.
To determine if the source is credible, we can consider the following points:
1. The author has a doctoral degree: This suggests that the author has a high level of expertise and knowledge in the subject matter. This can be seen as a positive indicator of credibility.
2. The book has a recent publication date: A recent publication date indicates that the information is up-to-date and reflects current research and understanding. This can be important when discussing a topic like climate change, as scientific knowledge and understanding can evolve over time.
Therefore, the two correct answers are:
- The author has a doctoral degree.
- The book has a recent publication date.