Find an answer you can actually check

Learn to follow the source, not just the answer.

Ask a narrow question

Set a location and date if those affect the answer. Request official or primary sources.

Open the source links

Make sure each source says what the answer claims. A linked page may only support part of a sentence.

Check dates and disagreement

Look for an update date and a second source. Old prices, rules and product details can mislead.

Keep a trail

Save the useful URLs and your notes. Treat any unresolved point as uncertain.

A prompt to get you started.

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YOUR STARTING PROMPT

Explain [topic] for a beginner. Use official or primary sources where possible. Link each key factual claim, state the date of the information, and tell me what is uncertain.

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