What must a researcher describe to identify that a comprehensive,systematic literature search was conducted?
A) All key search terms and databases used in the search
B) A list of grey literature sources used in the review
C) The date restrictions applied to the literature search
D) The use of literature only from prestigious journals

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A comprehensive, systematic literature search should include all key search terms and databases used. This allows for transparency and reproducibility of the search strategy. It is also important to report any date restrictions that were applied to the search. The use of prestigious journals is not relevant to the comprehensiveness or systematic nature of the search. A list of grey literature sources may be helpful, but it is not essential to describe in order to identify a comprehensive, systematic literature search.

What Must a Researcher Describe to Identify That a Comprehensive,systematic