In which phase of the critical appraisal is the study compared and contrasted with the ideal, requiring that the reviewer understand each step of the research process?
a. Analysis
b. Comparison
c. Comprehension
d. Evaluation
ANS: B
The comparison phase requires knowledge of what each step of the research process should be like, and then that is compared with the ideal.
The analysis phase involves a critique of the logical links connecting one study element with another.
The comprehension phase requires the reviewer to thoroughly understand the study.
The evaluation phase highlights the meaning and significance of the study.
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