Wikipedia
Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia that obtains content from volunteers all over the world. All users may edit information.
Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia that obtains content from volunteers all over the world. All users may edit information.
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Information can be edited or altered by anyone, whether the information is correct or not. Although misinformation may be corrected, there is no guarantee that you will be getting accurate, quality information on a consistent basis.
For this reason, Wikipedia is not an academically acceptable source to use and cite for student research.