Question

Why is Wikipedia acceptable as a quick reference but not for research?
Anonymous
Wikipedia is usually trustworthy on basic information, however it can be edited at anytime by anyone. Thus most individuals try use a more sturdy and trustworthy source to research information.
Writeacher
Wikipedia can be a good place to start for basic (and often, detailed) information, but as with any encyclopedia, make good use of the references, bibliography, and external links at the bottom of almost every page.