Question

what are sources ? how many sources are there?
in simple words

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Answer 1

Answer:

In general, there are three types of resources or sources of information: primary, secondary, and tertiary. It is important to understand these types and to know what type is appropriate for your coursework prior to searching for information.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The source is the text or other work that provides the information that is being used (whereas the actual mention of the source that is being used is called a reference).

The historical sources can be of two types, i.e. Primary and Secondary Sources. A primary source is the evidence of an eye witness or mechanical device which was present at the time of the occurrence of an event.

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