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Generally no. A primary source is firsthand experience. As in, someone who was there, saw what happened, etc. Encyclopedias are secondary sources.

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Is an encyclopedia a primary source?

No, an encyclopedia is a secondary source.


Is an encyclopedia a primary?

No, an encyclopedia is a secondary source.


Is a encyclopedia a primary or secondary source?

I believe that a encyclopedia is a secondary source, because the person who wrote it most likely didn't witness every single event in it. __--FROM GENIUS--__


Can an encyclopedia be a primary source?

No, an encyclopedia is considered a secondary source because it compiles information from various primary sources. It provides an overview or summary of topics based on existing research and knowledge.


What an example of an secondary source?

an example of a secondary source is a history/textbookbook, websites, reviews, encyclopedia, dictionary.annotations or commentaries on primary sources such as cases or legislators.


What is an example of a primary source A. A history bookB. An encyclopedia articleC. A recording of a speechD. A dictionary entry?

C. A recording of a speech


What is an example of secondary?

an example of a secondary source is a history/textbookbook, websites, reviews, encyclopedia, dictionary.annotations or commentaries on primary sources such as cases or legislators.


Is an encyclopedia articles a primary source?

no, it is not a primary source of information(usually for market research) as primary reserch involves actually talking to existing or potential customers to obtain information,it is called field research.magazine articles are a secondary source as information was obtaines by someone else.this form of research is called desk research.


Is an encyclopedia article about the new England colonies primary or secondary source?

Secondary. A secondary souce is written after the event happened, like an article in an excyclopedia. A primary source is written during the tiem of the event or by someone who was alive then or was alive and witnessed it, like a newspaper article.


Which type of publication would be the best source for a brief introduction and summary of a topic?

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Is a diary primary or secondary?

It is a primary source.


Is a picture a primary or secondary source?

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