If a Reader Asks "Who Originally Collected the Data Being

question 16

Multiple Choice

If a reader asks "Who originally collected the data being reanalyzed?" or "When were the data collected?" that reader is most clearly examining issues that focus on:

• A)research design.
• B)survey research.
• C)theoretical orientation.
• D)field research.
• E)analysis of existing statistics.

Understand the purpose and components of a literature review in research.

Differentiate between bias and unbiased resources and the importance of critical evaluation of sources.

Understand the distinction between primary and secondary sources and how to identify quality information in research.

Learn the importance of citation accuracy and the methodology of recording literature research for transparency and reproducibility.

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