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garro · 12th February 2008, 10:25

I'm not sure where I stand exactly on this issue. Is the wikipedia an acceptable resource to back up intelligent debate? I have heard that it is frowned upon in academic circles. I know that I would never reference it in an essay. What do other people think? Does quoting from the wikipedia weaken an argument? Or is this just snobbery?

12th February 2008, 10:25	#1 (permalink)
garro garro is..... Established User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chat Trakan Posts: 133 vCash: 500 Rep Power: 39	Is quoting the wikipedia acceptable in intelligent debate? I'm not sure where I stand exactly on this issue. Is the wikipedia an acceptable resource to back up intelligent debate? I have heard that it is frowned upon in academic circles. I know that I would never reference it in an essay. What do other people think? Does quoting from the wikipedia weaken an argument? Or is this just snobbery? __________________ Looking for peace is like looking for a turtle with moustache. You won't be able to find it. But when your heart is ready, peace will come looking for you Ajahn Chah To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.