In conducting a thorough critique of a literature review in a ...

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In conducting a thorough critique of a literature review in a published study, which of the following are expected of the critique writer?
 
  a. A count must be made to make sure that the correct number of sources has been included.
  b. The reviewer must examine the quality and content of the sources presented.
  c. The reviewer must study the reference list to check for validity of the literature.
  d. To determine that all relevant literature has been included, the reviewer must search the literature for relevant sources.

Question 2

In historical research, how does the literature review fit into the study?
 
  a. Literature more than 5 years old has to be examined closely for its place in the study.
  b. Literature searches provide information on what data are needed.
  c. The literature review is the most important portion of the study.
  d. The researcher uses the literature review to select and define the research topic.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Critiquing the literature review of a published study involves examining the quality of the content and sources presented. Sources should be comprehensive and current.
There is no correct number of sources.
The reviewer is not expected to study the reference list for validity of the research or literature cited, but only to review the currency of the literature.
The reviewer is not expected to conduct a search of the literature.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Historical researchers conduct an initial literature search to select a research topic and develop research questions.
In historical research the currency of the literature has a much different meaning than a 5-year time period.
The literature becomes the data for historical studies.
The study is composed of much more than an initial literature review.