Generally speaking, the best time to begin the literature review associated with a specific research project is

a. after the research problem has been clearly articulated.
b. after the data have been collected, but before they are analyzed.
c. based on personal preference; there is no single best time.
d. before or during the formulation of the research problem.


Answer: d. before or during the formulation of the research problem.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Small-step circularity is associated with:

a. Turkey b. Japan c. Thailand d. India e. Brazil

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How does critical thinking by journalists affect the relationship between the story and the audience?

A. It helps clarify why the story matters to readers. B. It limits the audience to “news junkies” and subject experts. C. It tailors the story to the journalist’s interests. D. It increases the entertainment value of the story but reduces the amount of meaningful content.

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A related introduction and conclusion provide

A) another opportunity to be redundant for confused audience members. B) unified support for the ideas in between. C) a helpful summarization for those that arrived late to your speech. D) a way for the audience to verify your credibility.

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