Question

when you read a surprising story from an unknown source, you should corroborate it. corroboration means using multiple sources to confirm a claim. if multiple credible sources report the same information, it suggests the claim is credible. but if credible sources contradict the information, or if no credible sources report the same information, then the claim is undermined.
the steps below show how to corroborate a suspicious story. place the steps in order.
earlier
you do an online search using keywords like \chocolate cures common cold scientific study.\ you look for results from trustworthy health or science sources.
you determine the original post was misleading and not credible.
a friend sends you an article claiming \scientists just discovered chocolate cures the common cold!\ the claim seems surprising, so you decide to corroborate the information.
after cross - checking several credible sources, you see one study that shows chocolate has some heart health benefits, but nothing showing it cures colds.

Explanation:

First, the process starts with receiving the article (A friend sends you an article...). Then, you conduct the online search (You do an online search...). After that, you cross - check (After cross - checking...). Finally, you make a determination (You determine...).

Answer:

1. A friend sends you an article claiming "Scientists Just Discovered Chocolate Cures the Common Cold!" The claim seems surprising, so you decide to corroborate the information.
2. You do an online search using keywords like "chocolate cures common cold scientific study." You look for results from trustworthy health or science sources.
3. After cross - checking several credible sources, you see one study that shows chocolate has some heart health benefits, but nothing showing it cures colds.
4. You determine the original post was misleading and not credible.