Which statement about the accuracy of information about research findings obtained from the Internet is most accurate?

A. Popular media websites virtually never misstate, exaggerate, or otherwise distort research findings.
B. There really are no longer any reasonably reliable websites. It is best to rely on professional journals.
C. It’s best to find a handful of websites that you’re comfortable with and stick to them, even if they do sometimes distort research findings.
D. It is always important to consider who owns the website, as some corporations and organizations may be motivated to misstate research findings.


Answer: D

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