Question
Evaluating Evidence Quick Check
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Question
Identify if the three sentences are reliable or unreliable.
A. The first pioneers to explore the opal fields found an unpleasant and unfriendly environment.
B. None of the pioneers liked summer because it was dreadfully hot.
C. To adapt to the challenging environment, pioneers built underground homes.
(1 point)
Responses
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is unreliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is unreliable
A is unreliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
3 of 43 of 4 Items
Question
Identify if the three sentences are reliable or unreliable.
A. The first pioneers to explore the opal fields found an unpleasant and unfriendly environment.
B. None of the pioneers liked summer because it was dreadfully hot.
C. To adapt to the challenging environment, pioneers built underground homes.
(1 point)
Responses
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is unreliable
A is reliable, B is reliable, C is unreliable
A is unreliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable
Answers
GPT-4o mini
To evaluate the reliability of the sentences, we consider the consistency and evidence supporting the claims made in each statement.
A. "The first pioneers to explore the opal fields found an unpleasant and unfriendly environment."
- This statement seems to provide a general observation about the environment experienced by the pioneers, which could be supported by historical accounts or records. It is likely considered reliable.
B. "None of the pioneers liked summer because it was dreadfully hot."
- This statement makes a sweeping generalization about the feelings of all pioneers regarding summer. Unless there is specific evidence or a source citing the opinions of all pioneers, this statement could be seen as unreliable.
C. "To adapt to the challenging environment, pioneers built underground homes."
- This statement suggests a specific action taken by pioneers in response to their environment, which can be grounded in historical practices. It is likely considered reliable.
Based on this evaluation:
- A is reliable
- B is unreliable
- C is reliable
Therefore, the correct response is: **A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable**.
A. "The first pioneers to explore the opal fields found an unpleasant and unfriendly environment."
- This statement seems to provide a general observation about the environment experienced by the pioneers, which could be supported by historical accounts or records. It is likely considered reliable.
B. "None of the pioneers liked summer because it was dreadfully hot."
- This statement makes a sweeping generalization about the feelings of all pioneers regarding summer. Unless there is specific evidence or a source citing the opinions of all pioneers, this statement could be seen as unreliable.
C. "To adapt to the challenging environment, pioneers built underground homes."
- This statement suggests a specific action taken by pioneers in response to their environment, which can be grounded in historical practices. It is likely considered reliable.
Based on this evaluation:
- A is reliable
- B is unreliable
- C is reliable
Therefore, the correct response is: **A is reliable, B is unreliable, C is reliable**.