Question
Download Solution PDFGiven below are two statements:
Statement I: Information seeking is purposive seeking of information as a consequence of a need to satisfy some goal of an individual.
Statement II: The information-seeking pattern of an individual is a determinant of his/her information environment with which he/she is confronted.
In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
Explanation:
- Statement I: Information-seeking is indeed the purposeful act of searching for information in response to an individual's specific needs or goals. It is an active and goal-oriented process.
- Statement II: The information-seeking pattern of an individual, which includes their habits, preferences, and strategies for seeking information, plays a significant role in shaping their information environment.
- How individuals seek information can influence the sources they access, the quality of information they obtain, and their overall experience in navigating their information landscape.
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