Identify the first thing to be asked to a person who claims to be a scientist before accepting what he or she has to say.

A) Credentials of the individual
B) Researcher's funding source
C) Reputation of the institution represented by the individual
D) Methods of study used by the researcher

Scientist Claims

Scientist claims are assertions or statements made by scientists, based on research findings, that contribute to the body of scientific knowledge.

Credentials

Official qualifications or evidence of competence, typically in the form of certificates, degrees, or licenses.

Funding Source

A funding source refers to the origin of financial support for a project, research, or institution.