After identifying a journal to which the manuscript will be submitted, a researcher should
A) contact the editor of the journal.
B) examine recent issues of the journal.
C) inquire about date of publication.
D) write a letter to the editor.

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Examining recent issues of the journal will give the researcher an idea of the type of articles that are published in the journal, the writing style, formatting requirements, and any specific guidelines for submission. Contacting the editor or writing a letter to the editor should only be done after carefully examining the journal's requirements and guidelines to ensure the manuscript meets the journal's scope and requirements. Inquiring about the date of publication is not necessary as publication dates are typically determined by the journal's production schedule and are not affected by the submission date of the manuscript.

After Identifying a Journal to Which the Manuscript Will Be