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What are the purposes of the review of literature in a research study? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. It helps the researcher identify what has not worked in previous studies of the topic.
  2. It helps the researcher broaden the topic question.
  3. It helps the researcher determine the current state of knowledge about the topic.
  4. It gives the researcher ideas about possible theoretical frameworks for the study.
  5. It gives the research report reader information about the researcher's expertise in the field.
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Rationale 1: By reading about previous studies, the researcher can get an idea of what has and has not worked in the past.
Rationale 2: The review of literature is used to narrow the topic.
Rationale 3: This is the classic reason the review of literature is important.
Rationale 4: Reading previous research may help the researcher choose a theoretical framework for the current study.
Rationale 5: The review of literature is not designed as a review of the researcher's credentials.
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