alleryWhy is a primary source not always better than a secondary one?
AIt is never kept in archives
BIt is written only by scholars
CIt is always shorter and vaguer
DIt may contain bias or hidden views
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. It may contain bias or hidden views
A primary source is not necessarily more authoritative because it can carry bias and unconscious views.
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