What would a news report on CNN that describes recently published research on a new treatment for colds be an example of?
A) anecdote
B) primary source
C) secondary source
D) peer-reviewed report

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A news report on CNN is a secondary source, as it is reporting on research that has already been published elsewhere. It is not a primary source, which would be the original research itself, and it is not a peer-reviewed report, as CNN is a news organization and not a scientific journal. It is also not an anecdote, as it is reporting on scientific research and not a personal story or experience.

What Would a News Report on CNN That Describes Recently