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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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.

In Historical Research, How Does the Literature Review Fit into the Study