A student is writing an argument to support the claim that cellphones have been a positive development around the world. She is reviewing the sources she has used for her argument. Which of these sources is likely the least accurate and believable source of evidence?
A.
a magazine article by a technology expert who studies cell phones
B.
information provided by a cell phone company
C.
a U.S. government web page describing cell phone usage
D.
a newspaper story explaining how people use cell phones
1 answer
B. information provided by a cell phone company
This source is likely the least accurate and believable because it may be biased, as the company has a vested interest in presenting cell phones in a positive light. The other sources are more likely to provide objective information.
