Which of the following is NOT listed as an authoritative source in the material?

• A. Parents
• B. Clergy
• C. News Sources
• D. Government Agencies

Answer: (D)

Authority in this material is defined by who the audience trusts for information within its specific context. The listed authoritative sources—parents, clergy, and news sources—reflect a view that information comes from close personal networks and journalistic outlets that the audience is expected to rely on in everyday life. Government agencies are not included in that list, so, within this material, they aren’t considered an authoritative source. This doesn’t mean government data isn’t valuable in general; it just means the material’s scope defines authority in a way that emphasizes family, religious leadership, and media as the trusted sources in that setting.