Question

• What does it mean to say that a claim is credible?
• What are some ways to evaluate a claim for credibility?

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Answer 1

Claim is credible means that whatever pretension is doing by the researcher or investigator it should be done with proper evidence and sources. If we talk about any academic research then claim made by the researcher should be made by proper assertion by providing citing the references and sources. Those claim which are supported by evidence and proof they are accepted by audience and have much worth in public. They are also published in news paper and magazine to make aware more people with sources.

Following are some ways to evaluate a claim for credibility :-

1) To reconcile the source in internet or books to confirm that claim is true and accurate.

2) To check the reference and match it with the content from where the evidence is taken.

3) To also examine previous articles of the writer so that his authenticity will be confirmed.