investigation-triangulation

Name: investigation-triangulation
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Classify source independence and assess evidence convergence for claims.

212|23|Updated May 23, 2026

Search Tags:#investigation #research validation #triangulation #fact checking #evidence evaluation #source independence

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npx skills add https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity --skill investigation-triangulation

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: investigation-triangulation
Source: https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity/tree/main/skills/investigation-triangulation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity --skill investigation-triangulation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps you determine whether a claim is truly corroborated by multiple genuinely independent sources, or whether it’s just amplification from a single origin.

Core Features & Use Cases

Operational independence testing: Classifies each candidate source by whether it is fully independent, methodologically independent, structurally dependent, a direct derivative, or unknown.
Evidence base construction: Identifies the subset of sources that forms a genuinely independent evidence base.
Convergence vs amplification diagnosis: Assesses whether independent sources converge (strong/partial) or diverge, and distinguishes true corroboration from repeated citation chains.
Use Case: “Is this statistic or finding supported by truly independent studies, or are all the references tracing back to the same primary research?”

Quick Start

Use the investigation-triangulation skill when you have a specific claim and a list of sources that appear to support it, and ask it to classify source independence and deliver a triangulation verdict.

Frequently Asked Questions about investigation-triangulation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I check if multiple sources are genuinely independent or just repeating the same origin?▼

To check source independence, you classify each source as fully independent, methodologically independent, structurally dependent, or a direct derivative to determine if multiple references are truly corroborating or just amplifying a single origin.

What is triangulation in research validation and fact-checking?▼

Triangulation in research validation is the process of verifying a claim by assessing whether multiple genuinely independent sources converge on the same evidence, rather than tracing back to a single primary study or repeated citation chain.

How do I evaluate evidence quality for a statistic backed by multiple reports?▼

Evaluating evidence quality requires identifying the subset of sources forming a genuinely independent evidence base, then assessing whether these independent sources strongly converge, partially converge, or diverge to produce a triangulation reliability verdict.

Can I use this method to find out if references all trace back to the same primary research?▼

Yes, you can use source independence classification to diagnose convergence versus amplification, explicitly identifying whether supporting references are methodologically independent or direct derivatives tracing back to the same primary research.

What do I need to start assessing whether a claim is corroborated by independent studies?▼

You need a specific claim and a list of sources that appear to support it, which will then be classified by independence level to construct a genuine evidence base and deliver a final triangulation verdict.