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When to leave a question open
When support is missing or sources disagree, record the question as unresolved rather than force a definite conclusion.
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Reading science means following a question, the approach used to investigate it and the stated limits of the findings. A short headline or illustration cannot replace the original text.
When support is missing or sources disagree, record the question as unresolved rather than force a definite conclusion. Record the source or specific situation alongside your notes so the reasoning remains clear when you revisit them.
Separate what a source reports from your interpretation. If the original material is unavailable, explain that limit before repeating the information.
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Tracing scientific information to its source
Follow the citation, note the document and publication date, then identify the question actually investigated.
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Looking beyond a headline to the original text
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Recording sources so readers can explore further
Save the link, author and relevant passage so readers can check the basis of the discussion.
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