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When determining if a source of information is appropriate to use, consider why you need the information. Then evaluate the purpose, audience, and characteristics of the source. Use it only if it matches your information need.
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1. Media Violence Exposure and Physical Aggression in Fifth-Grade Children
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Book Chapter: 1 votes (4.76%)
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Newspaper Article: 2 votes (9.52%)
Scholarly Journal Article: 18 votes (85.71%)
Total Votes: 21
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2. Why Violent Films Are Bad for Us
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Website: 14 votes (82.35%)
Newspaper Article: 3 votes (17.65%)
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Total Votes: 17
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3. Can we show an act of violence on TV?
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Book: 0 votes (0%)
Book Chapter: 1 votes (5.56%)
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Newspaper Article: 9 votes (50%)
Scholarly Journal Article: 7 votes (38.89%)
Total Votes: 18
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