An archaeologist discovers new evidence suggesting humans inhabited a particular area long before it was originally believed.If the archaeologist is critically thinking,she should first:
A)critically evaluate the work of other archaeologists who argue the opposite.
B)contact her professional colleagues who share her views and spread the good news.
C)conduct additional tests on the evidence in an attempt to falsify her results.
D)contact the press and begin publicizing her findings.

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The archaeologist should use critical thinking to evaluate the evidence and ensure that there are no flaws or inconsistencies in the findings. Conducting additional tests on the evidence can help to confirm the initial results or uncover any errors that may change the interpretation of the findings. This process is important to maintain the integrity of the scientific method and ensure that the conclusions drawn from the evidence are accurate. Contacting the press or spreading the news before conducting further tests could lead to premature conclusions and could potentially damage the reputation of the archaeologist and the field of archaeology as a whole.

An Archaeologist Discovers New Evidence Suggesting Humans Inhabited a Particular