Author Question: Which of the following types of information is consistently covered in a quantitative literature ... (Read 82 times)

ishan · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following types of information is consistently covered in a quantitative literature review?

a. Anecdotal opinions of expert researchers
b. Approaches used to investigate similar problems
c. Clinical impressions of related phenomena
d. Descriptions of effective clinical outcomes

Question 2

At what point in the research process is the literature review conducted in a qualitative investigation?

a. After study completion
b. Before study implementation
c. Depends on the type of study
d. During study implementation

Meganchabluk · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Current knowledge based on previous research is emphasized throughout the quantitative literature review.
Although anecdotal opinions may be mentioned on occasion, this is not a consistent part of a literature review. The correct answer is Approaches used to investigate similar problems. Current knowledge based on previous research is emphasized throughout the quantitative literature review.
The literature review focuses on previous research findings, not impressions.
The correct answer is Approaches used to investigate similar problems. Current knowledge based on previous research is emphasized throughout the quantitative literature review.
Every quantitative study does not include clinical outcomes. The correct answer is Approaches used to investigate similar problems. Current knowledge based on previous research is emphasized throughout the quantitative literature review.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
In qualitative research, the purpose and timing of the literature review vary based on the type of study to be conducted.
The timing of the literature review in a qualitative study will vary based on the type of study. In qualitative research, the purpose and timing of the literature review vary based on the type of study to be conducted.
The timing of the literature review in a qualitative study will vary based on the type of study. In qualitative research, the purpose and timing of the literature review vary based on the type of study to be conducted.
The timing of the literature review in a qualitative study will vary based on the type of study. In qualitative research, the purpose and timing of the literature review vary based on the type of study to be conducted.