Source Verification
What source verification means when reading AI-generated research.
Plain-English definition
Source verification means checking whether a claim can be traced back to reliable underlying data or primary evidence.
Why it matters
It protects you from hallucinations, stale data, and unsupported leaps in reasoning.
Beginner example
If a report quotes margin or revenue numbers, you should know where those numbers came from and whether they are current.
Common misunderstanding
Verification is not distrust for its own sake. It is part of disciplined research.
Practice with Alpha Council
What should I verify first in this AI-generated analysis?
Not Financial Advice
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