You have to give a speech on Hawaii. Which of the following sources would have the best source credibility?
A) a classmate's friend who watched a TV show about the islands
B) you, because you want to go there
C) a friend who just got back from vacationing there
D) a tabloid that reported two celebrities were staying at a Hawaiian resort

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A friend who just got back from vacationing in Hawaii would have firsthand experience and knowledge about the destination, making their information more credible. A tabloid reporting about two celebrities staying at a resort does not provide relevant or reliable information about Hawaii. Watching a TV show about the islands is not equivalent to experiencing it firsthand. Wanting to go to Hawaii does not necessarily make the person an expert on the destination.

You Have to Give a Speech on Hawaii