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Question 2

a. 

This is what I aim to do.


b. 

I do this to some extent.


c. 

I don’t really do this.


The correct answer is a.

Discussion

It is a good idea to take this kind of approach to planning a search, particularly if it is a complex one. If you are clear what you are looking for to begin with, it will save you time in the long run.

Spending some time before you search thinking about what you already know, what the gaps in your knowledge are and what types of information which will meet your needs will help you to be more focused. It will enable you to make a quicker decision on whether or not the information you find is what you need.