Reliability Of Websites Quiz

10 Questions | By Pangkau.vang | Last updated: Mar 21, 2022 | Total Attempts: 2306

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1.

The reason why it is important to check the reliability of a website is because:
- A.
  
  There isn't always someone to evaluate and validate all sites posted on the web.
- B.
  
  Websites can be written by anyone on any subject whether the person is an expert in the subject or not.
- C.
  
  Not everything posted on the web is true or accurate.
- D.
  
  All of the above.
2.

You can determine whether a website is reliable by looking at the author. You may find that a site is reliable if the author:
- A.
  
  Is an expert in the subject.
- B.
  
  Has links to several unidentifiable sites or organizations.
- C.
  
  Has a short description of his/her background.
- D.
  
  Has many advertisements on his/her website.
3.

A website can be considered unreliable if:
- A.
  
  It is linked to an educational institution.
- B.
  
  It is mostly subjective.
- C.
  
  It provides support for its argument.
- D.
  
  If it has a mission statement.
4.

How often a website is updated can be an indication of whether a site is reliable. The only time in which a website may not be updated but yet still reliable is if it contains:
- A.
  
  Stock market details.
- B.
  
  Current news reports.
- C.
  
  Historical information.
- D.
  
  All of the above.
5.

Many reliable websites will have:
- A.
  
  A slow loading rate.
- B.
  
  Search tips and a help link.
- C.
  
  Difficulty navigating to a selected link.
- D.
  
  Organizational issues.
6.

A website that contains a clear author who is an expert in the subject, links to an educational institution and is neatly organized can be considered as a reliable source.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
7.

A website with many ads can most likely be considered a reliable source.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
8.

Websites that are forums and allows for personal opinions should always be seen as a good source for information about controversial topics.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
9.

An objective website is much more reliable than a subjective website.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
10.

An indication that a website may not be reliable is if it has many broken links.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False