The First Step in Searching for Published Sources of Secondary

question 21

Multiple Choice

The first step in searching for published sources of secondary data is to:

• A) talk to the reference librarian.
• B) go to the library and page through sources to get a feel for what is in them.
• C) use a computer data base to locate possible sources.
• D) identify what you know and what you wish to know about your topic.
• E) consult an index of data sources.

Understand the methodology behind economic theories and the limitations of economic experiments.

Analyze the effects of macroeconomic policies on the national economy.

Examine the enforcement of antitrust laws and its economic implications.

Understand the circular-flow diagram and the basic interactions between households and firms in an economy.

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

The systematic examination and assessment of a matter to reach a conclusion.

Innovation and Change

The process of implementing new ideas, procedures, or technologies to refresh and improve business operations or products.

Levels of Analysis

Refers to the differing social sciences perspectives (individual, group, organizational, societal) used to examine and understand phenomena.

Foundation

The underlying basis or principle for something, often referring to the solid support on which structures are built.