The TRAP Test

What does the 'T' in TRAP stand for when evaluating the credibility of information sources?

• Transparency
• Tolerance
• Trustworthiness
• Timeliness

What should you consider when evaluating the expertise and credibility of an author or source based on the 'A' in TRAP?

• The source's accessibility
• The source's agenda
• The source's qualifications and background
• The source's accuracy

Why is it important to understand the purpose of information when assessing credibility?

• Because the source's agenda is irrelevant
• To verify the source's popularity
• To determine potential bias
• To ensure the information is precise

What does the 'R' in TRAP focus on when evaluating the credibility of information sources?

• Relevance
• Reliability
• Responsiveness
• Resilience

What type of sources are more likely to produce credible information based on the 'A' in TRAP?

• .COM domains
• .EDU, .GOV or .ORG domains
• .NET domains
• .INFO domains

What does the 'A' in TRAP refer to when evaluating the credibility of information sources?

• Accessibility
• Agenda
• Authority
• Accuracy

What does the 'P' in TRAP examine when evaluating the credibility of information sources?

• Popularity
• Purpose
• Precision
• Perfection

What is the purpose of the TRAP test when evaluating information sources?

• To verify the popularity of sources
• To systematically evaluate sources and make informed decisions about their credibility
• To ensure all sources are reliable
• To eliminate all sources with potential bias

What should you consider when assessing the reliability of a source based on the 'R' in TRAP?

• The source's relevance
• The source's qualifications and background
• The source's responsiveness
• The source's trustworthiness

Why is timeliness important when assessing the reliability of a source?

• Because the relevance and accuracy of information can change over time
• To ensure the source is transparent
• To check for evidence and citations
• To verify the source's authority