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Government publications are cataloged and shelved separately from other kinds of materials and are indexed on various government websites.
True
Primary research is the set of sources that you consult while you are in the document-planning stage.
False
A common problem in field research is that your presence as an observer might affect the behavior you are studying.
True
Chapter 5 advises researchers to look for information that is current. What is one other characteristic that the chapter says you should look for in the information you use?
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Books are a common type of secondary research source. Chapter 5 identifies four other secondary research sources. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
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According to Chapter 5, conducting an experiment involves four stages. One is reporting the data. Which of the following is NOT one of the other three?
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According to Chapter 5, in which phase of the writing process is it best to conduct research?
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Which statement about wikis is true?
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What is the term for demographic information about individuals who use and follow social media?
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You are writing a report about technical methods used for desalination of seawater. Which of these resources is LEAST likely to provide the technical information you need?
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