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What is one reason historians can rely on government records for accurate historical information?

A.) because the information presented in government records has been verified by
those who collect it

B.) because government records are a large source of information that makes research easy for historians

C.) because government resources are readily available and can save historians time
because government data goes back to the days of ancient Rome and Greece

D.) because the information in government records has been collected from across the world

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Answer: answer is A

Explanation: had this on my test and got it correct.

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When the government's history records are compiled, those who make it - government historians, only in some cases enjoy the freedom that university scholars have. However, most of the topics dealt with by government historians can be controversial, and therefore they do not have the right to a personal point of view. When government historians, officials write about any controversial topic, which, if not done properly, can have serious consequences, their works must be approved and verified. Every work is subject to review and approval by the administrator of the agency. One such comprehensive historical record of the use of the atomic bomb at the end of the Second World War caused a sharp controversy over credible conclusions. That's why their work is very different from university historians. Some historical sources may be available to them, which are otherwise difficult.

The answer is A)

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