Verify material and sources

Methods to understand

First confirm that a citation exists, then check whether the original source supports the conclusion. Even a real link can be misinterpreted. Record retrieval dates, source versions, and the scope of each conclusion.

Apply the method to a scenario

Goal: complete a clearly scoped work task using AI.
Input: public, task-relevant material.
Acceptance: verifiable results and explicitly marked unknowns.

Practice task

Choose a case related to your work and practice "Verify material and sources". Submit inputs, steps, results, and verification records.

• Explain the task goal and inputs
• Provide actual results or runnable deliverables
• Identify errors, limits, and verification evidence