In the context of exploring past research, which of the following strategies should a researcher employ?
A)Use a single database.
B)Avoid using the words review and meta-analysis in the title of an article.
C)Avoid using the "cited references" information provided by Google Scholar.
D)Use a variety of key words.

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Using a variety of key words helps in accessing a broader range of literature, which ensures comprehensive and thorough exploration of the past research. Using a single database or avoiding certain words in the title may limit the search results, while relying solely on cited references provided by Google Scholar may also lead to missing out on relevant studies that are not indexed or cited by other authors.

In the Context of Exploring Past Research, Which of the Following