Once relevant studies have been identified,the researcher's next step is to
A) determine the expertise of each study's authors.
B) obtain full-text copies of each of these articles.
C) review the study design and methodology of each article.
D) write the literature review based on abstract information.

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Although the abstract information helps to determine a study's relevance,it is essential to read the full-text article to conduct a literature review.Once relevant studies are found,the researcher must obtain either electronic or print full-text articles.During the literature review,the researcher will examine the authors' expertise and will review the study design and methodology.The literature review cannot be written based on abstract information only.

Once Relevant Studies Have Been Identified,the Researcher's Next Step Is