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In three to five sentences, explain what it means for sources to be relevant and credible and why it is important to use such sources when gathering information.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

Sources are considered relevant when they provide information that is directly related to the topic or subject at hand. On the other hand, sources are considered credible when they are trustworthy and based on reliable and accurate information. It is important to use relevant and credible sources when gathering information because they help to provide accurate and reliable information that can be used to support arguments or conclusions. Using such sources also adds credibility to the information being presented and helps to ensure that the information is well-supported and reliable. Additionally, using relevant sources helps to ensure that the information gathered is focused and stays on topic.

Answer 2

In 1–2 sentences, explain what plagiarism is and how to avoid plagiarism when using the information of others.

Answer 3

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or words without giving them proper credit. To avoid plagiarism, it is important to properly cite sources by acknowledging where the information was taken from and using quotation marks when directly quoting someone else's words.

Answer 4

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Use the paragraph from a speaker's argument to answer the questions.

You have probably heard the saying that a dog is a man’s best friend. But have you ever stopped to consider why? There are many health benefits from owning a pet for both children and adults alike. For instance, pet owners over age 65 make 30 percent fewer trips to their doctors than those without pets. This might be because owning a pet tends to make people feel good. Dogs provide loyal companionship, which can help combat loneliness and depression in older adults. Also, owning a pet can motivate a person to get outside and exercise and even socialize more with other pet owners.

In three to five sentences, state the claim the speaker presents in the argument. Explain if the speaker provides relevant evidence to support the claim and sufficient evidence in the argument.

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Answer 5

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

The claim presented by the speaker in the argument is that owning a pet provides many health benefits for individuals, particularly for older adults. The speaker supports this claim by providing evidence such as the statistic that pet owners over age 65 make 30 percent fewer trips to the doctor than those without pets. This evidence is relevant to the claim as it directly relates to the health benefits of owning a pet. However, while this statistic is compelling, the argument could benefit from additional evidence or examples to further support the claim and make it more convincing.