Source reliability

Definition
Source reliability is

"the extent to which a source of information is deemed reliable. Levels of source reliability include:


 * Reliable &mdash; The reliability of the source is unquestioned or has been well tested in the past.
 * Usually Reliable &mdash; The reliability of the source can usually be relied upon as factual. The majority of information provided in the past has proven to be reliable.
 * '''Unreliable &mdash; The reliability of the source has been sporadic in the past.
 * Unknown &mdash; The reliability of the source cannot be judged. Its authenticity or trustworthiness has not yet been determined by either experience or investigation."