Library Research Skill - Hss 2014
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The Boolean operator, AND, is used to link or group synonyms (i.e. words with similar meanings).
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True
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False
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The 'Library Research Skill - HSS 2014' quiz assesses key library research skills, including understanding Boolean operators, selecting resources, and identifying sources. It enhances efficient and effective research practices, crucial for academic success.
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Why is it important to choose the appropriate Library resource according to the type of research material you need?
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Because the librarians say so.
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Because that will help me find the type of research materials I need, making my research more efficient and effective.
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It is not important to choose the appropriate Library resource according to the type of research material I need.
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A. Because that will help me find the type of research materials I need, making my research more efficient and effective.Explanation
Choosing the appropriate library resource according to the type of research material needed is important because it helps in finding the specific research materials required for the study. This ensures that the research is more efficient and effective as it saves time and effort in searching through irrelevant resources. By selecting the appropriate library resource, researchers can access relevant books, journals, databases, or other materials that are specifically related to their research topic, leading to more accurate and comprehensive results.Rate this question:
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What is the shelf number of the book, Academic Writing and Grammar for Students?
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LB2639 Osm
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LB2369 Osm
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LB2963 Osm
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A. LB2369 OsmExplanation
The correct answer is LB2369 Osm. This indicates that the shelf number of the book "Academic Writing and Grammar for Students" is LB2369 Osm.Rate this question:
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The article, 'Plagiarism and the disappearance of academic standards', by Jay Mathews can be found in which newspaper?
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New York Post
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Washington Post
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National Post
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A. Washington PostExplanation
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Which article by Jones appeared in the e-journal, Business Communication Quarterly, 74(2)?
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Academic integrity policy: the journey.
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Academic dishonesty among high school students.
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Academic dishonesty: are more students cheating?
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A. Academic dishonesty: are more students cheating?Explanation
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In which volume/issue of which journal does the article, 'Discouraging academic dishonesty in online courses' by Conway-Klassen and Keil appear?
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Journal of Educators Online, 10(1)
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Clinical Laboratory Science, 194(200)
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Clinical Laboratory Science, 23(4)
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A. Clinical Laboratory Science, 23(4)Explanation
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The following is an APA citation for what type of research material?
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Journal article
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Magazine article
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E-Book
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A. Magazine articleExplanation
The given APA citation is for a magazine article. This can be determined based on the fact that magazines are mentioned as one of the options in the question and the correct answer matches this option.Rate this question:
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The evaluation criterion that assesses whether or not information is factual and unbiased is ...?
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Objectivity
objectivityExplanation
The evaluation criterion that assesses whether or not information is factual and unbiased is objectivity. Objectivity refers to the quality of being impartial, unbiased, and free from personal opinions or emotions. When assessing the objectivity of information, one looks for evidence-based claims, balanced perspectives, and absence of personal biases or subjective views. This criterion is crucial in ensuring that information is reliable, trustworthy, and based on facts rather than personal opinions or agendas.Rate this question:
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The following is an APA citation for what type of research material?
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Journal article
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Magazine article
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E-Book
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A. Journal articleExplanation
This APA citation is for a journal article. Journal articles are typically written by experts in a specific field and undergo a rigorous peer-review process before being published. They often present original research findings and provide in-depth analysis and discussion on a particular topic. Journal articles are considered to be reliable and credible sources of information for academic research.Rate this question:
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