Emanuel found an article online that claimed that gun violence statistics reported on the news are overblown and inaccurate. He wondered about the accuracy of that claim, so he looked up the author of the article and found that it was a staunch gun rights activist. What critical thinking practice is demonstrated here?

Emanuel questioned a long-held assumption while thinking critically.

Emanuel critically evaluated information and sources.

Emanuel removed his emotions from the critical thinking process.

Emanuel used moral reasoning as part of the critical thinking process.