In reading a claim by an atmospheric scientist that ozone depletion is not an actual environmental problem, a critical thinker would
A) ignore the claim because it does not align with his/her opinions.
B) feel relieved because ozone depletion was such an overwhelming problem.
C) look for evidence that is in line with past experience.
D) look for evidence of the source's reliability.
E) acknowledge the claim because an atmospheric scientist is an expert.

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A critical thinker would look for evidence of the source's reliability before accepting or rejecting the claim. The fact that the claim comes from an atmospheric scientist does not necessarily mean that it is credible, hence the need to investigate the source.

In Reading a Claim by an Atmospheric Scientist That Ozone