The most commonly-used Boolean operators are AND & OR. Operators allow researchers to combine search terms. Remember, you don't have to enter all of the terms you brainstorm into one search.
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Identifying the best database for your search may depend on what type of information you are looking for. The image below includes examples of where to find specific information. Click the link below to see the full document.
Database providers continuously strive to streamline the research process, so don't forget to check the Help links. Consider these steps for creating a list of relevant words and terms:
What impact does advertising have on children’s diets?
advertising | marketing |
childrens | adolescents |
impact | effect |
diets | eating habits |
advertising | OR | marketing | |
AND | childrens | OR | adolescents |
AND | impact | OR | effect |
AND | diets | OR | eating habits |