What Is the Very First Step in Critically Appraising an Article

question 26

Multiple Choice

What is the very first step in critically appraising an article?

• A) Consider the researcher's goals
• B) Determine the study problem
• C) Find each section of the report
• D) Thoroughly read the entire article

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Definitions:

Goodwill

An intangible asset that arises when a buyer acquires an existing business but pays more than the fair value of its net assets at the time of acquisition.

Common Stock

A type of equity security that represents ownership in a corporation, with voting rights and the potential for dividends.

Initial Value Method

An accounting approach where investments are recorded at their acquisition cost.

Dividends

A company's profit-sharing with its investors, generally executed through financial payments.