Question

While reviewing a Web site that seems to have lots of great information about the topic you are researching, you decide to check on the author of the site. You verify that the author is well-known and considered an expert on this topic. What characteristic of an effective Web site does this show?

A. reputable source
B. relevant
C. verified
D. unbiased

Answer 1

It is A, although all of these are characteristics of a good web site, the prompt is talking about the author being trusted or reputable. 

Answer 2

Letter A. reputable source

Step-by-step explanation:

The main feature to note at the time of research is whether the source is reputable, that is, to note the reliability of the information being passed on. That way, if the author is an expert as well as well known and respected in the field, he becomes a trusted source, and therefore the site proves to be reliable.