Which Is True About the Literature Search Criteria for a Meta-Analysis

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which is true about the literature search criteria for a meta-analysis?

• A) They include only published works from refereed journals.
• B) They include the full range of related sources based on the topic.
• C) They usually are narrowly focused around the research question.
• D) They use works from a single database in order to remain consistent.

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Definitions:

Suicide Rate

The number of suicides occurring within a defined population, area, or group within a specific time period, typically per 100,000 individuals per year.

Native Americans

Indigenous peoples of the United States, including their cultures, histories, and present-day communities.

National Average

A statistical measure that represents the central or typical value in a set of data distributed across a nation, used in various contexts like income, test scores, or health indicators.

Suicide Gesture

Motivated by a need for aid and support from others. The intent for a completed suicide is not present, yet the individual wants to draw attention through a “call for help.” Sometimes the gesture turns out to be a completed suicide, yet these are difficult to prove or disprove.